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CONTENTS.
Tropi¢al Fruit Plants 32.2.
Semi-Tropical and Hardy Fruit Trees and Plants
Important Economical, Medicinal and Useful Plants .
Bamboos and Grasses....
Aquatics. .
Conifers
Palms and Cienie
Gacth AL eee
Ferns and Selaginellas..
Orchids...
Tillandsias and Succulents.
Miscellaneous Department.
Rates of Freight and Express.
F’G’T.| EXPRESS.
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too Ibs. 25 Ibs. | 50 lbs. 25 Ibs. | 50 Ibs. |200 Ibs Ibs. | |
Pan Ow F0ac be Sc he 0 71 | $0 $o 65 | $o oe he Aa Gain) eae mera Den ee
Brooksville, Plays 3 site $ e : 2 80 a ae Atlanta, Gai he
De Funiak Springs, Fla ls 25 80 EAOrl 32-30 Mobile, YS Rane eae
Hort. Meade, Blas. 2) ee I OI 55 FOat RE LO New Orleans, j BY: Garant 2k
Jacksonville, | Sy ease ecto cng 88 | 55 80 | 1 30 Nashville, “Berit te tee
Key West, Fla 58 eS ala ee es et O5 alee Ra wins I 30 Cincinnati, Ohie Bees we
tea a Fre gee ee 99 | 79 | 1 05 | # 80 Clevelandey oS oo cws, ct Bavekic
Melbourne, {EDS gah Ei Mee Perera if 623 75 I 20 | 2 05 Chicago, liga Me ites sk 3
Oakland, AT ARICA a Heo ea I co 55 80 | “1 30 Minneapolis, Minh he ae
Ocala, TOS ARS ewe BAG 88 | 65 95; 155 Kansas City, Mons) 2 28,
OF Fart oft Aephrees Lee dam Nie see 80 | 55 70 | I 05 St. Pours Mon ae Sa
Palatka, ve ae een Ree 88 | 70s ES) RSG Denver, Col. Ee Bs AN
PEMSACGIA fa. arte ania 2 Sa lek, POA e re GO I 30} 230/] San Francisco, Cal... ...
Punta Gorda, PLAC) sree ek re |= 137. 65 95.1) 155 Los Angeles, Calg aoe
Sanfordsl 1a. vans eae 85 | 55 7031". LO5 Phiosnix > /Aqizona:-./. st sim.
St: Augustine, Play waa |} I 06 | 65 95 | 155 Galveston, Texas... ..-
Tallahassee, Fila.) cso. 3 I 51 7o} 105{ 1 80 43 NE COS ene aa ke ng a
Tarpon Springs, Fla...... | 75 55 80 | I 30 Austin, os re adecsReah Mee
Tavares Bla och ore tea eae 90 | 50 80 | 1 30 Beowaisville? oo ae ego
TNS Viste ONO gene Te Mies ae 96 5 | 80 | 1 30 LAredont es i Foe iat teen
WANG re arora ete 88 65 95 | 155 Little Rock, Ark.
Winter Hav en, lag: i rhe 71 55 65 95 Memphis, Peni. ee
New York, N. Y.. , ua Steamer. Ings 95 | 1-40 | 2.45 Des Moines, Iowa .....
Boston, Mass., I 38 95 | I 40} 245 Santa Fe, New Mexico. . .
Philadelphia, Payot 1733 pee BON re a0 Aa Salt Lake City, Utaler
Washington, D. Cex All rail W60) }2 tT hgh 180 1 G70: \. ' Portland, C Oregon .
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GENERAL AGENT,
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. April 15, 1898.
" Prof. D.G.Fairchild,
U.S.Department of Agriculture,
Washington, D.C.
Dear Sir;-
I hand you herewith catalogue of the Royal Palm Nursery. Gardener
advises me that he has, at one time or another and with more or less success,
cultivated almost all the varieties of: shrabs: ‘and plants listed therein.
Yours very truly,
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P.S.Mr.Dale says “ I have never before heard of Arbutus Mengeissii.”
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ORDER SHEET.
Royal Palm Nurseries,
Oneco, Florida, U. S. A.
TO REASONER BROTHERS:
Please send jollowing named Plants Ore. oe eee to address of
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PERMIT us to call your notice to the tact the nts SEP. ad BY .
sorts, When raised in pots in the nursery (like Rites m9
best be transplanted during the summer while~ ather
warm over the whole country, and thus run no risk of states
temperature and of frost.
The florist who understands his business always stocks up for
the year during warm weather in the palm and decorative plant
line, and amateurs can do the same, saving a large amount paid
out for Expressage during cool weather. Now is the time to
think about getting your decorative plants in shape for the future.
We offer tens of thousands of choicest and well grown speci-
mens of Palms, Rubbers, Alocasias, Crotons, Dracznas, Jacaran-
das, Grevilleas, Aspidistras, Ferns, Orchids, Air—Plants, Banan-
as, Aquatics, Cactus, Bamboos, Grasses, Tropical Fruits, Orange
Trees, Succulents, and hundreds of sorts of the rarest and least
known useful and scenic plants. With such a stock, we can sup-
ply almost any demand at a low rate, and our customers tell us at
much less than usual prices asked for like plants elsewhere.
Many of the plants we grow cannot be purchased of any other
nursery in the United States, being newly introduced by us.
Our packing is also economical for the buyer, as we use the
best and lightest material, with plenty of clean fresh sphagnum
moss.
Small quantities of small and medium eed plants had best
go by mail. We pack securely” and pay the postage. Larger
specimens can go reasonably by Express (we have a discounted
rate on every shipment, of which you get the benefit), but if of
$15 or over in value, we advise sending by freight usually. Dur-
ing the warm weather this is perfectly safe for almost all plants,
and very much less expensive than by Express.
If you wait till cool weather Expressage will be high, and
risk of handling tender plants greater, besides plants will show
their recent transplanting somewhat, and will not be in so good
shape as if set and cared for earlier. Don’t forget this important
point.
If you have not our 1896 Catalogue, or wish another, send for
it and a copy will be mailed immediately. We would appreciate
your handing this circular, or the Catalogue, to some interested
friend if you do not care for the subject. It may help both your
friend and us.
Here are some SPECIAL collections of strong, well-grown
plants sure to grow and do well with ordinary care, which we can
send by mail, POSTAGE PAID.
D. 5 Aquatics, Water Lillies, etc., should be set at once, $1,
F. 10 Small Palms, the best sorts for the house, assorted, $1.
~ G. 10 Larger Palms, all good sorts, $2, (or 5 for $1.)
H. 8 Cactus of the finest sorts, of easy culture, $1.
. 10 Ferns and Selaginellas, beauties, $1.
x. 5 Orchids, suitable for the amateur, $2.
L. 7. Succulents, Agaves, Yuccas, Aloes, Sansevieras, etc., $1.
O. 10 Beautiful Foliage Plants, Crotons, Draczenas, etc., etc., $1.
P..10 Vines, of the best sorts, handsome foliage and flowers, $1.
R. 5 Fine Palms, all showing their character leaves and being
already of decorative value, 18 inches to 2 feet high, $2.50.
Every plant is separately labeled, and there are no two alike
in any collection. They are of exceptional value, and if selected
by others than ourselves would cost mMucH over the price asked.
You cannot fail being pleased with each lot.
Be sure to see our Catalogue and try at least a FEW a
_ We can give you a large return for a small outlay, and trust the
hint as to getting stock during warm weather will be appreciated.
Any questions not answered in our hints about transplanting
in front part of Catalogue, will be replied to: sreeuy by letter.
Don’t forget the address.
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gut: ARE glad to announce to our many friends and customers that the
7 present season finds us with an extra large and fine stock of plants and
trees of all kinds; much larger and more complete, in fact, than ever
before. Our stock of citrus trees, however, has been exhausted in all
Sik large sizes, owing to increased demand, but by autumn of 1896 we will
Sree again have a good supply of trees in leading sorts.
Our Greenhouse Department has been largely added to, and the glass and lath plant-
houses now cover almost an acre of ground. A large waterworks system furnishes abundant
water (by steam pump and high tower), so that plants never receive a check in their growth,
and are therefore healthy and fit for transplanting at any time.
Packing Facilities are excellent, and a recent extension of the Southern Express System
gives us far better express service at much lower rates than ever before. In fact, we can
deliver goods to you far cheaper than ever, owing to increase in number of plants and lower
freight and express charges.
Do not let distance hinder you from buying, as we send stock safely to all parts of the
world—South Africa, Australia, Papua, Hawaii, India, Europe, China, Japan, and many
‘* out-of-the-way places”—by freight or mail. :
A thorough perusal of this Catalogue is requested, and we hope to fill each and every
order to your perfect satisfaction.
December, 1895. REASONER BROS.
Treatment of Plants on Arrival.
The Plants should, of course, be removed from the box as soon as possible after they reach their
destination. Should they be 1n the iteast wilted, they should be placed in a shaliow pan ot lukewarm
water, with the packing moss still about the roots, and in half an hour they will be ready to pot. This
treatment will increase vitality and vigor, whether they be wilted or not. Large trees and shrubs from
open ground may be simply “‘ heeled-in’’ on the shady side of a building, the roots well watered, and if
not set permanently for a week afterward they will be all the better for it.
Setting.—It is, of course, understood that the soil has been made in proper condition by digging
manuring, etc., and plants and trees can be set in their proper spaces at once. If plants are from
pots, let them be set a little deeper than before; if soil is still around the roots, set without disturb-
ing or removing it. Don’t try to straighten out the roots of pot-grown plants/ Plants or trees from
open ground should be pruned if necessary, and roots looked over and broken ends trimmed smooth.
After setting, draw soil around and firm down thoroughly by ¢ramping with the feet. Then water well,
after which rake fresh soil about, shade if necessary, and mulch with straw or other like material. The
plant may not be stocky, soif it needs a stake do not forget to tie it thoroughly to the support given.
When it is necessary to water plants outdoors, give them enough to soak down to moist soil; every five
days should be often enough.
Potting.—At first, while plants are small, use pots one size larger than they were last removed from.
As they increase in size, they should be repotted when it is found that the pots are full of roots. This is
best done when the plant has made its annual growth, and just before it starts afresh. In using small
pots, it is only necessary to‘use a small piece of broken pot over the hole in the bottom, but when the size
runs up to 5 or 6-inch, several pieces of pots, some pebbles or pieces of charcoal should be put in, that it
may have ample drainage. Fill the pots with earth and plant, leaving about % to 1 inch space to hold
the water; water thoroughly, and place the plants in a sheltered position, where they will not be exposed
to wind or sun, until they show signs of growth.
Watering.—This is one of the most important points in the successful cultivation of all plants.
During the growing season they should have enough water to keep the soil moist to the bottom of the pot,
but should not be kept in a soggy state; plenty may be applied to the foliage at alltimes. During the
winter the soil should be kept dryer, and in some cases nearly or quite dry.. A plant will generally show
when it needs water, and more are killed by over-watering than through lack of it.
Preliminary Remarks.
‘*They’re like the directions on a bottle—better read them!”’’
USTICE to our customers as well as to ourselves requires that we should
ask careful attention to the following preliminary notes. Their apprecia-
tion will remove any occasion for misunderstanding, and aid in maintaining
the pleasant relations with customers so much to be desired by all business men.
1. We use every possible precaution to prevent mistakes in the nomenclature of plants, and
never intentionally send out a plant under a wrong name; but as we are receiving seeds and plants
from different collectors all over the world, we cannot guarantee all plants true to name, as it is im-
possible under the circumstances. This is applicable particularly to plants of recent introduction
from foreign countries.
2. As to the pains we take in packing, those who have dealings with us need no further
proofs; we can only say to others, try us. We ship plants all over the world, and in nearly every
case are advised that they have been received in good order. Shipment of plants by freight during
spring, summer and autumn is a very cheap and satisfactory way. New York and New England
points are quickly reached by direct steamers via New York or Boston. The rate is lw—about $1.25
per roo Ibs. from Florida to the ports named. More southern points are reached by all-rail, or by
steamer via Mobile, New Orleans or Galveston. We get special rates on large freight shipments.
By express, the rate now on plants or shrubbery is 25 per cent. less than on merchandise, and our cus-
tomers are sure of having their goods packed lightly but securely.
3. No extra charge for boxing, packing and delivery to transportation lines on all orders
over one dollar. Wecannot afford to fill orders of less amount than this.
4. Plants by mail a specialty. We have had thousands of flattering testimonials-as to the
safe and perfect system we use. Packages are sent with safety, per ‘‘ parcel post,’’ to many foreign
countries, up to 11 pounds weight. Maine and Washington are as easily and safely reached as
Georgia. Unless otherwise stated, all plants are sent postage paid, on receipt of price.
5. We employ no agents whatever; our stock is sold only direct from the Nurseries.
6. Terms strictly cash with the order. No packages sent C. O. D. under any circumstances.
Remittances may be made by Money Order or Registered Letter on Oneco, Florida, or Bank Draft;
Money Orders and Drafts preferred.
7. We do not substitute, except with permission of customers; but trouble would sometimes
be avoided if, in ordering, additional plants were mentioned, with which we can substitute if out of
any particular variety.
8. Domestic Money-Orders should be made payable at Oneco (pronounced O-né-co). For-
eign customers should make orders payable et Jacksonville, Florida.
9. What we do not do. Offer $2 for $1, because it cannot be done honestly; nor give any
‘‘premiums”’ or other nostrums. Our prices are ‘‘bed-rock,” and as low as good stock ia the size
offered can be supplied. .
What we do.—Everything to please customers, and give them the real value for their money.
How Our Stock Travels.
We do not publish a long string of testimonials to tire our readers, but cannot refrain from print-
ing the following as fairly outlining the experience of our customers in general :
GODERICH, ONTARIO, CANADA, Seft., 7895.
Parcels of plantstohand. Thanks for the good specimens, which are looking well after their long journey. __
Yours, S"M-LEOSMBD:
FLUSHING, N. Y., Oct., 7895.
Am extremely obliged for the highly satisfactory manner in which you have filled my small order, though I should
not have expected anything else after a single glance at your delightful Catalogue. v
Yours truly, Jv Bs CHURCH?
DetrRoiIT, Micn, Oct., 7595.
Palms received a few days ago in excellent condition. We think them very fine for the cost, and all appear very
thrifty. Please accept thanks for the handsome one “‘ gratis.”’ Very truly, Sc RISE ADDEN.
A Shed of Fruiting Pineapples.
Tropical Fruit Plants.
‘But how beautiful they are, all and each, after their hind |
IVhat a joy for a man to stand at
his door and simply look at them growing, leafing, blossoming, fruiting without pause, through the fer-
petual summer, in the little garden of the Hesperides, where, cs in those of the Phenicians of.old, ‘pear
grows ripe on pear and fig on fig,’ forever and forever.”
ACHRAS sapoia (.Sapota achras, Sapota mammosa).
The SAPODILLA, SAPODILLA PLUM, or NASE-
BERRY. (Spanish, Safofe.) West Indies. A
fine plant for pot culture, the broad, glossy
leaves beautiful at all times. In our opinion
almost equaltothe mango. Can be compared
to a russet apple, with the taste of a rich, sweet,
juicy pear, with granulated pulp. 20cents each,
$2 per dozen; larger, 35 cents each, $3 per doz.
ADANSONIA digitata. BAaoBAB TREE,or MONKEY’S
BREAD. West Africa. A famous tree; ‘fruit
g to 12 inches long, and about 4 in diameter.
‘Is eaten with sugar, and is pleasant and whole-
some.’? $1 each.
ZEGLE marmelos. The ELEPHANT-APPLE, MARE-
DOO, BENGAL QUINCE, BELI, or BHEL FRUIT.
Central and South India. $1 each.
ANACARDIUM Occidentale. The CasHew-NuvtT.
(Spanish, Maranon.) West Indies. The curi-
ous Cashew-Nut has fruited in Florida. It at-
tains considerable size, and in habit of growth
it in general resembles the walnut, and its
leaves, which are simple, have a similar scent.
The fruit is kidney-shaped, about an inch in
length. 50 cents each, $5 per dozen.
ANANASSA sativa (Bromelia ananas). The PINE-
APPLE. (Spanish, Pinza.) West Indies and
Caribbee Islands. Too well known to need de-
scription. Practically successful under proper
conditions. Varieties:
Sugar-loaf, Flesh firm, yellow, and exquisitely
flavored ; very sweet, 15 cents cach, $1.50 per
dozen. $10 per 100.
ANANASSA, continued.
| RedSpanish. The ordinary Pine of commerce.
Fruit richly colored, but tart. 10 cents each,
$1 per dozen, $5 per 100. Slips in summer,
| $12 to $15 per 1,000.
Porto Rico. Fruit extremely large and luscious.
Will weigh 15 pounds. 35 cents each, $3.50 per
dozen, $25 per 100,
Ripley Queen. Our favorite sort.
flesh ; good grower.
dozen, $18 per 100.
Black Jamaica, Large, tall-growing variety,
valuable for fruiting in the winter or out of
season. Fruit very rich. 25 cents each, $2.50
per dozen.
| ANONA Cherimolia (4. ¢rifetala, A. Humboldt-
tana). The CHERIMOYA, or JAMAICA APPLE.
| (Spanish, Cherimoya.) This delicious fruit
varies from the size of an apple to 6 inches in
diameter. When given slight protection against
| north winds and frost, especially by timber
srowth, can be successfully grown in California
and Florida in many places. 25 cents each,
$2.50 per dozen.
| <A. glabra (4. laurifolia). The PoND-APPLE.
(Spanish, Mamon.) The wild ‘‘ Custard-apple”’
of South Florida. 25 cents each.
A. squamosa. The SUGAR-APPLE, or SWEET-SOP.
(Spanish, Avon.) A delicious fruit, much grown
in Key West, and to some extent on Manatee
river, and in other parts of South Florida, and
has produced fruit as far north as Putnam
county, Florida. Fruit resembles an inverted
Yellow, sweet
25 cents each, $2.50 per
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REASONER BROS., ONECO, FLORIDA.
CARISSA Arduina (Arduina grandifiora.)
A, muricata.
A. Species from Brazil..
ANONA, continued.
cone of a yellowish green color when ripe, or a
small pineapple minus the crown. 15 cts. each,
$1 per doz.
The Sour-Sop. (Spanish, Guana-
bena.) A large, green, prickly fruit, 6 or 8
inches long, containing a soft, white, juicy pulp,
which in fresh, well-ripened specimens, is deli-
COCCOLOBA uvifera.
green grapes.
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size, growing in clusters: like a currant, and
with asharp acid taste. Ripening in midsum-
mer, when fruit is scarce, they are very useful
for pies, preserves, etc., deserving a careful
cultivation simply as an ornamentaltree. We
know of no more beautiful sight than one of
these trees loaded with its fruit; the graceful
pinnate leaves, a foot or more in length, with a
faint tinge of wine-color on the new growth,
the long racemes of waxy berries hanging di-
rectly from the large limbs and branches, and
the whole tree impressing one as strangely
tropical. 30 cents each, $3 per dozen.
The SEA-GRAPE, or SHORE-
GRAPE. West Indies and South Florida. ‘‘We
have fancied it (and correctly) to be a mere
low, bushy tree, with roundish leaves. But
what a bush! with drooping boughs, arched
over and through each other, shoots already 6
feet long, leaves as big as the hand, shining
like dark velvet, a crimson mid-rib down each,
and tiled over each other—‘imbricated,’ as the
botanists would say—in that fashion which
gives its peculiar solidity and richness of light
and shade to the foliage of an old sycamore ;
and among these nobleshoots and nobleleaves,
pendant everywhere, long, tapering spires of
This Shore-Grape, which the
West Indians esteem as we might a bramble,
we found to be, without exception, the most
cious. A favorite fruit in the West Indies, beautiful broad-leaved plant which we had
where a cooling drink is also made from the ever seen.’’— Kingsley. 35 cents each, $3.50
fruit. This is the most tender of all the Ano- per dozen. r goes
nas ; alsoone of the most beautiful, with shin-
ing, glossy leaves. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.
‘‘ The BERIBA, a quick-
growing tree, with large fruit, the inside of which
tastes very much like the filling of cream
cakes.”’—£. S. Rand. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.
Natal.
The shrub is an evergreen, with thick, bright
green, camellia-like foliage ; is very thorny and
of slow growth; bears a profusion of large, fra-
grant white flowers and delicious fruits, red,
and the size of a cherry. In Natal, where the
fruit is used to make an excellent preserve, the
Cc. Floridiana.
The PIGEON PLiuM. The fruit of
this species, as well as of the preceding, is
pleasant tasting, and could probably be im-
proved by cultivation. Thetreeis ahandsome
evergreen, with smaller leaves than those of G
uvifera. 50 cents each.
CUPANIA sapida ( Blighia sapida). AKEE TREE of
West Africa, now naturalized in the West
Indies. The rich red fruits are considered
poisonous in a raw state, but are wholesome
when cooked. Tree attains 30 feet in height,
and has handsome compound leaves.
25 cents each.
Fine
plant is called Amatungulu. (Though this
little plant will bear several degrees of frost, it
is perhaps more suitably classed as “‘tropical’”’
than as semi-tropical.) 75 cents each, $7.50 per
dozen.
C. acuminata. Natal. $1.50.
CHRYSOPHYLLUM cainito. The
STAR-APPLE. (Spanish, Cainz/o.)
““ And what is next, like an ever-
green Peach, shedding from the
underside of every leaf a golden
light—call it not shade? A Star-
Apple.’’—Kingsley. This tree
finally attains a height of 20 feet,
bearing large quantities of round,
purple(sometimes greenish) fruits,
the size of a small apple, ripening
in Apriland May. The fruit, cut
into halvestransversely, discloses
a purple pulp with whitish star-
shaped ‘‘core,’’? and from 4 to 10
seeds. A first-class fruit, and in
demand. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz.
CEREUS triangularis, STRAWBERRY
PEAR. (Also, for other fruit-bear-
ing Cerei, see Cacti.)
COCOS nucifera. The CocoANuT
PALM. (Also, for other species of
Cocos, see Palms and Cycads.
CICCA disticha. (C. racemosa, Phy!-
lanthus distichus.) OTAHEITE
GOOSEBERRY. A rare, beautiful
tree, bearing large quantities of B%
waxy white berries, resembling #
the Surinam cherry in shape and
beautiful
Sy a ="
(Chrysophyllum cainito.)
Star Apple.
TROPICAL FRUIT’ PLANTS. 5
Mango.
EUGENIA, continued.
well in South Florida.
the East Indies, but has been long grown in the
West India Islands; is ordinarily very bushy,
never growing higher than 25 or 30 feet. The
leaves are long and narrow, very thick and
shining, in shape much like those of an olean-
der. The flowers come out in late summer,
varying in color from a creamy white to a
greenish yellow, and the fruit ripens from De-
cember to May. The fruit much resembles a
very large Siberian crab apple, is white or yel-
lowish, sometimes with delicate red blush on
one side; is rose-scented, very fragrant, and
with the flavor of a ripe apricot. Makes the
finest jelly. First size, 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.;
smaller size, 20 cents each, $1.75 per dozen.
E. Zeylanica. A rare East Indian sort, which has
not as yet fruited in Florida. Foliage glossy
andevergreen. $1 each.
E, Micheli. See Semi-Tropical Fruit Plants. |
FERONIA elephantum. The TELLANGA of Conti-
nental India. ‘‘ Flowers and leaves of an agree-
able, anise-like odor.’’ Small plants, 75 cts. ea-
FICUS glomerata. Cluster Fic. East Indies and
Queensland. In India the ripe fruit is eaten
' either raw or stewed. The foliage is used as
fodder for cattle. $1 each.
F, aurea. A unique species, found nowhere but
in a limited area of South Florida. A very
choice ornamental tree, with glossy leaves,
resembling slightly those of /. elastica on a
smallscale. The fruit, though small, is pleas-
ant and wholesome, being somewhat similar to
the ordinary fig of commerce. «!The tree almost
equals in beautythe famous F. elastica, is of
rapid growth, and well adapted to our soil.
Will stand but little frost. A most beautiful
pot-plant for decorative work, in contrast with
palms, draczenas, etc. 35 cents each.
GARUGA pinnata, East Indies. A deciduous tree,
reaching sixty feet in height. Fruit eaten raw
by the natives, but chiefly used for pickling.
50 cts. each.
GREWIA Caffra. Anelm-liketree from South Africa,
perhaps producing edible fruit. 25 cents each.
G. denticulata. Resembles a mulberry in growth,
and bears enermous quantities of acid drupes
about the size of cranberries. Used for pick-
ling. Rathertender. 25 cents each.
GUILIELMA speciosa (Baciris Gasifes.) The |
PEACH PALM. (See Palms.)
HIBISCUS Sabdariffa. JAMAICA SORREL. An
annual of quick growth, attaining under ordi-
nary care a height of 6 feet ; furnishes a great
abundance of fleshy red calyxes during late
autumn and winter. They resemble in taste
The tree is a native of |
| HIBISCUS, continued.
| cranberries,and are excellent for jelly, sauce or
preserves. Ready only in late spring. 3 for
| 20 cents, 6 for 35 cents, 50 cents per dozen.
INGA dulcis (4ldtzzia dulcis). West Indies and
South America. The tree is small, with com-
pound leaves, and makes a good hedge. The
sweet pulp of the pod is regarded as whole-
some. 25 cents each, $2.50 per dozer.
LUCUMA mammosa (4Achras mammosa, Achras
sapota major, Sapota mammosa). The MAm-
MEE SApPOTA, or MARMALADE TREE. (Spanish,
Mamey, Mamey Colorado.) A gigantic forest
tree in its native home (Central America).
Large, brown, oval fruits, from the size of a
goose-egg to that of a muskmelon ; one large
seed in the center, extending the whole length
of the fruit. The fruit is sliced, and eaten like
a muskmelon, but without pepper or salt. Pulp
a rich saffron color, tasting very much like
pumpkin pie. 50 cents each, $5 per dozen. ~
L. rivicoa, var, angustifolia. The EGG-FRUIT, or
‘‘Tr-Es.’? (Spanish, Cantste, Canistel.) The
tree or shrub has borne fruit in Tampa, and we
have seen other fine specimens in the state,
notably at Mr. Collier’s place at Caximbas.
The fruit is like a miniature Mammee Sapota ;
| taste resembles that of a sweetened hard-botled
egg. 75 cents-each.
MANGIFERA Indica. The MANGO TREE. India.
We cannot speak too highly of this delectable
fruit, destined, we hope, to become as plentiful
in parts of South Florida as theorange. Ripen-
ing in midsummer, it fills an important gap in
our succession of fruits ; for the small boy, also,
it fills an important gap ; we have in mind sevy-
eral who do not hesitate on 25 Mangoes at a
sitting. In productiveness and rapidity of
growth, it surpasses any fruit tree we have ever
seen. Give it high, well-drained land, and
watch it grow!
A friend (Prof. Chas. T. Simpson) has de-
scribed to us an avenue of Mango trees on the
Island of Utila, one of the Bay Islands of Hon-
duras, whose trunks are 4 feet in diameter.
The trees were set 60 feet apart, and now the
branches touch! Five to 8-year-old trees in
South Florida bore thousands of Mangoes.
Jommon, or Turpentine Mango. The ordinary
sort ; large, with red cheek ; delicious. 25 cents
each, $2.50 per dozen, $20 per 100; smaller,
20 cents each, $1.50 per dozen.
Apricot Mango. One ofthe best varieties. Size,
small to medium; yellow, with bright red
cheek, and no black spots on the skin. Taste,
that of a delicious apricot, only much better,
very spicy, and almost entirely lacking in the
“‘turpentine’’ taste objected to bysome. 35 cts.
each, $3.50 per dozen. #25 per Ioo.
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MUSA, continued. :
M. Cavendishii (J7 regia, M. Chinensis, M.
nana). The CHINESE or DWARF BANANA;
also called DWARF JAMAICA or MARTINIQUE
BANANA. One of the best. Small, easily pro-
tected. 20 cents each, $2 per dozen, $15 per too.
M. orientum (?). HArt’s CHOICE, CUBAN Lapy-
FINGER, or GOLDEN EARLY. (Often errone-
ously called “‘ Fig-Banana.’’) Stalk and mid-
rib tinged with red; plant of medium height-
Bears early, and is very hardy for a Banana.
Fruit a clear golden yellow; skin soft, and thin
as a kid glove; flesh firm, yet melting and but-
tery in texture; judges from all parts of the
tropics have tasted it and pronounced it unsur-
passed. 2ocents each, $2 per dozen, $15 per too.
M. palustris (?). The Dacca BANANA. Very
vigorous; described asa delicioussort. 50 cts.
each, $5 per dozen.
M,. paradisiaca, var, sapientum. The Horse or
ORINOCO BANANA. (£/ Bodo of the Spanish.)
Very hardy, and commonly cultivated in
Florida. Fruit large, but comparatively few
nicl ina bunch. Should be grownas an ornamental
Group of Choicest Bananas and other Exotics tn plant, even where no fruit 1s expected. The
our Grounds. fruit of this variety should never be cut while
green, but allowed toturn yellow on the stalk,
MANGIFERA, continued. when it will be found to have a most delicious
Eleanor, A large fruit, kidney-shaped, green, flavor. Oneof the best for planting out at the
with an orange-colored cheek. Very delicious, North. A robust variety. 15 cents each, $1.50
and contains but little of the tough fiber about per dozen, $10 per Io0.
the seed. 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz. ,$25 per 100. M, troglodytarum (J7. Uranoscopas). FLOWER-
MELICOCCA Bijuga (1/7. Carpoidea). The SPANISH ING BANANA. A delicate, small-stemmed
LimE of Key WEsT; GENIP-TREE, BULLACE Banana, attaining a height of 6 to 10 feet only.
PLUM, or HONEY-BERRY of Jamaica; Monos of The fruit stalk stands upright ; fruit very smail,
Curacoa. (Spanish, (Momoncilio.) West Indies inferior to most Bananas; plant very curious
and Province of Caracas. A sapindaceous and ornamental. 50 cents each, $5 per dozen.
tree, with peculiarly odd foliage—compound Of the following we do not know the species :
leaves, with winged petioles, very much resem- Baracoa, or Red Jamaica. The large red Banana
bling those of Sapindus saponaria. This plant
has proved the most hardy of any West India
tree we have yet tried. The tree is of-:slow
growth while young, but eventually attains a
height of 30 or more feet. It produces a yellow
plum-like fruit ; pulp of a pleasant grape taste,
and enclosing a large seed, which is often
of commerce; tender, but produces fruit in
ordinary seasons here. One of the most mag-
nificent of all the Musas, reaching a height of
20 feet or more, with a stem diameter of a foot
‘or more at the base. 50 cents each.
Golden, or Tahiti (?). Brought from Nassau by
roasted and eaten like the chestnut. 20 cents John Gomez to Pumpkin Key, near Cape
each, $2 per dozen. Romano. A most magnificent plant, equaling
MIMUSOPS Elengi. A raresapotaceoustree,native | Red Jamaica in height, and bearing large and
of the East Indies. ‘‘ Flowers very fragrant, | very, rich fruit. 75 cents each, $7.50 per dozen.
white. Berry ovate, with a slight groove on | Large Fig. 75 cents each.
one side ; dotted yellow whenripe. lengz is Apple. A variety closely resembling Hart’s
the Malabar name of the tree; Bokul is the Choice, but having larger fruit. $1 each.
Bengalese name; Mulcariis the Hindoostanee
name; Pagadoo of the Telingas. Tree 15 feet
£2-0On all Bananas by mail, postage will be
charged extra at five cents each.
high.’’—Dom. 75 cents each. : :
M. Kauki. East Indies and Australia. Fruit PASSIFLORA edulis. The GRANADILLA. (Spanish,
oval; tree 30 feet in height. $1.50 each. Passionaria or Granadilia.) A beautiful climb-
MUSA. The BANANA. This is one of the grandest ing herbaceous plant with shining lobed leaves.
decorative fruit-plants known. A plant that is
grown throughout the tropics, bearing in lavish
profusion most delicious fruit. At the present
day the fruit is found in nearly every market
in the world, no matter, seemingly, how distant
from the tropics. The plant “is already being
grown to a limited degreein northern climates,
and well it may, as it is as easily raised as the
well-known canna, and the tropical effect of its
growth is remarkably grand. With leaves often
2 feet wide and 8 long, it is destined to be
largely planted on lawns. Young plants may
be started at any season of the year, provided
they are kept in sufficient heat—say not less
than 70° day, and 60° or 65° night. The best
time, however, is early spring, when they should
be started in pots, and then, when warm weather
comes, planted out. Or, plants may be trans-
planted directly from the nurseries, if the pre-
vailing weather is suitable. Larger plants wil]
be sent by express or freight than can possibly >
be mailed, as the roots are bulbous. | Fruiting Branch of Passiflora edulis.
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PASSIFLORA, continued.
Very quick-growing, bearing fruit the second |
year; one of the best of the 8 or to edible
species of Passion vines, and one of the most
ornamental of all the genus (which includes
200 species). ‘‘ The Passion flowers were so
named by the early Roman Catholic mission-
aries to South Africa, who found in them sym-
bols of the Crucifixion—the crown of thorns in
the fringes ofthe flower, nails in thestyles with
their capitate stigmas, hammers to drive them
in the stamens, cords in the tendrils.’’ The
Granadilla fruit is as large as a goose-egg, and
of apurplish color. Petals of the flower white,
crown whitish, with a blue or violet base. The
plant is anativeof Brazil,and perfectly at home
in Florida. 15 cents each, $1.50 per dozen.
PERSEA gratissima. The AVOCADO PEAR,or ALLI-
GATOR PEAR. (Spanish, Agzacate.) Some-
times knownas‘‘ Midshipman’s Butter.’’ Large
brown (or purple) fruits, eaten with pepper and
salt, and in much demand. Stands frost bet-
ter than mosttropical trees. Quick-growing.
35 cents each, $3.50 per dozen.
PHYLLANTHUS Emblica (Emblica Officinalis).
**Known asthe Emblic Myrobalan. A tree of
the dry forests of Indiaand Burma. The fruit
is about the size of a small Damson. The
natives eat it raw, preserved, or madeinto a
sweetmeat, while it is used by Europeans for
tarts and jellies.”’ A magnificently beautiful
plant, with very delicate compound, mimosa-
like leaves. The new growth is of arich wine
color. 5c cents. each.
PSIDIUM Guaiava. The Common Guava. This
species includes the P. pyriferum and P. pom-
rerum of Linnzeus, which embrace many dis-
tinct varieties of pink, yellow and white-fleshed
Guavas. P. pyriferum, the PEAR GUAVA, in-
cluded those varieties that were pear-shaped
and had white or yellow pulp; and P. pom-
iferum, the APPLE GUAVA, those with red pulp
and a morenearly globularshape. The Guava
has become a necessity to South Florida; is to
South Florida what the peach is to Georgia.
Its uses, and especially its famous jelly, are
well known. 15 cents each, $1.50 per dozen.
P, Araca (P. minus). The ARACA GUAVA. Brazil.
“A beautiful tree, unlike any other.’ ‘‘ Berry
greenish yellow, of exquisite taste.» Shrub 4
to6 feet. Rare. 75 cents each, $6 per dozen.
P. Guineense. GUINEA GUAVA. Shrub 8 to 12
feet. ‘‘ Berry fulvous, rather pubescent, red
inside, about the size of a nutmeg, and of an
exquisite taste.’’—Don. 5octs. each, $5 doz.
White, or Allahabad Guava. A variety of the P.
Guaiava. 40 cents each, $4 per dozen.
Red-fleshed. (From India.) Another variety of
the common Guava. Fruit said to be delicious.
Rather tart. 50 cents each, $5 per dozen.
Calcutta Apple Guava. A variety of P. pomiferum,
from the East Indies, Introduced by us a few
_ psIDIUM, continued.
years ago. Fruit small, yellow, and very acid.
Also bears in winter. For jelly, the des/ Guava.
20 cents each, $2 per dozen.
Yellow Apple Guava. From Jamaica. Has differ-
ent foliage from above, and is described as a
very good sort. 25 cents each, $2.50 per dozen.
#2 For hardy Guavas, Psidium Cattley-
anum, etc., see Semi-Tropical Fruit Plants.
TAMARINDUS indica. The TAMARIND. (Spanish,
Tamarindo.) A beautiful tree, with delicate,
acacia-like foliage, and small pinkish white
blossoms, followed by pods enclosing a pleas-
ant acid pulp, much used, preserved in syrup
or sugar, as the basis of a cooling drink, and in
medicine, being richin formicand butyricacids.
One of the most magnificent trees known when
fullgrown. Avery gracefultree for the window
or conservatory, where it cannot be grown out-
doors. Valuable as adecorative plant. 20cts.
each, $2 per dozen, $16 per 1oo. Larger selected
plants, 25 cents each.
TERMINALIA Catappa. The so-called tropical
ALMOND. (Spanish, Almendro.) ‘‘ With its
flat stages of large, smooth leaves, and oily eat-
able seeds in an almond-like husk, is not an
almond atall, or any kin thereto.’’ Thetree
reaches a height of 60 or 70 feet. Pot-grown
plants, 35 cents each, $3.50 per dozen.
TRIPHASIA trifoliata (7. aurantiola). ‘‘ A spiny
shrub, nearly related to Citrus trifoliata, with
which it is often confounded, though entirely
distinct. A native of Southern China, but now
naturalized in India and the West Indies. The
fruits are about the size of alarge black currant,
with a reddish skin ; inan unripestatethey are
said to have a sticky, tenacious pulp and a tur-
pentine flavor, but when fully ripe they have an
agreeable, sweet taste, and are preserved in
syrup. They occasionally come to this country
in this form, under the name of ‘Lime-berries.’’’
This little shrub is sometimes used as a hedge
plant in Key West and Cuba. The fruit is pro-
duced in great profusion, and the plant is very
beautiful when covered with ripe fruit. In Key
West it is known under the name of “‘ Berga-
mot,’’ whichisanother misnomer. 5octs. each,
$5 per dozen.
T. monophylla (?). Native of Timor. Berries
black. Produces fruit at Sanford. 5o0c. each.
XIMENIA Americana. Tropical Asia, Africa and
America, passing the tropics, however, in
Queensland, and also into South Florida. In
Mexico, known as Alvarillo del Campo, here
called the Hoc PLtum. The yellow, plum-like
fruits are of pleasant taste, and might without
doubt be improved by cultivation. The plant
isthe Amatunduluku of Natal, where the fruits
are generally used as food. 25 cents each,
&2.50 per dozen,
Collections of Tropical Fruit Plants.
We make up collections of the foregoing plants to suit the location of our customers, sending the
most suttable in every case. For the northern conservatory we, of course, send the finest in appearance,
and ones that can thrive under adverse conditions.
We do not confine ourselves to a set list, but
choose for every applicant. If the customers will kindly state what sorts they already have, we will try
and not duplicate them. This applies to all our collections.
No. 1. Six distinct sorts, postpaid, for $1.
No. 2. Ten distinct sorts, very fine selection, $2.
No. 3. Twenty-five distinct sorts, containing everything of merit; many rare and valuable
fruits, for $8.
F= Al Tropical Fruit Plants, with the exception of Musa and Ananassa, are pol-grown, making
transplanting certain and easy. Set all plants from pots ‘wo to _four inches deeper than formerly, and
never disturb the roots. Summer or spring planting we consider best for all climates.
Semi-Tropical and Hardy “5:
Fruit-Trees and Plants.
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‘“There are guaint courts enclosed with jealous high coguina-walls, and giving inio
rich, cool gardens where lemons, oranges, bananas, Japan-plums, figs, date-palms, and all
manner of tropical flowers and greeneries hide from the northwest winds, and sanctify the
old Spanish-built homes.”—StDNEY LANIER.
4 On bending orchard trees, apples
CITRUS aurantium dulcis. THE SWEET ORANGE.
Our stock of /arge trees has been entirely sold
during the last two months (Oct. and Nov.,
1895), but we offer swza// trees of the following
yetunsold. Fron 6 inches to 18 inches high.
Centennial, Parson Brown, Whitaker. All early
sorts.
Jaffa. Best medium to late variety.
Tardiff. Verylate. All above trees worked low
on rough lemon stocks. 25 cts. each, $20 per roo.
During Jate summer and autumn of 1896 we can
furnish standard trees again in leading sorts.
Sexd for list then
Looking down Nursery Rows of Citrus Trees;
September.
of Hesperides.” —WHITTIER.
CITRUS, continued,
BUD-W0O0OD of all sorts of Citrus trees, standard
Oranges, Lemons, Limes, Pomelos, etc., 10 cts.
per doz., 80 cts. per 100, postpaid. New sorts,
20 cts. per doz., $1.50 per 100. Standard sor's, by
mail, prepaid, $6 per 1,000, or $5 per 1,000 by
express. ; 28
CITRUS aurantium nobilis. The MANDARIN
ORANGE. Varieties:
China Mandarin, Dancy Tangerine, Satsuma and
Cleopatra (Spice.) Very small only, on trifo-
liata or rough lemon stocks. 30 cents each.
CITRUS Japonica. The KuMQuAT. A small spe-
cies, much cultivated in China and Japan. The
fruit is about the size of alarge gooseberry ; the
rind is sweet and the juice acid. Itis delicious
and refreshing. The Chinese make an excel-
lent sweetmeat by preserving itin sugar. A
small tree, not over 6 feet high and 5 feet
through, had over 2,000 fruits on it during the
past year. A fine pot plant. Bears when
small, and is the most desirable Citrus for pot
culture. Small plants, budded on trifoliata,
30 cts. each ; pot plants, on own roots, 25 cts. ea.
CITRUS Pomelanus. The POMELO, or GRAPE-
FRUIT. Varieties:
Aurantium, Royal, Pernambuco and Selected
Common. Small buds only, on rough lemon or
sour orange roots. 6 to 18 inches high. 25
cents each. ;
CITRUS t The largely advertised Otaheite
Orange of the florist and seedsman of North-
ern states. Rather dwarf tree, easily grown,
early blooming, profuse bearer ; fruit value/ess,
but ornamental. 20cents each, $2 per dozen.
CITRUS medica cedra, The CirrRon. This fruit
produces the prepared citron of commerce.
Fruit very large, often weighing 5 pounds or
more. Innerskin 1 to1% inchesthick. A low-
growing shrub, rather more tender than the
orange. 30 cents each, $3 per dozen.
SEMI-TROPICAL. AND HARDY FRUIT TREES AND PLANTS. 9
CITRUS limonum. The Lemon. Of the large
number of cultivated varieties we consider
Genoa the best in all respects. Good trees,
worked low on rough lemon roots, 25 cents and
30 cents each, $25 and $30 per 100.
Grown from cuttings, the lemon is remark-
ably fruitful and -especially valuable for pots
or restricted locations. Fine young trees, 25
and 30 cents each, $20 and $25 per 100.
CITRUS medica limetta. The LIME. Varieties:
Sour Rangpur. The ‘MANDARIN LIME.”’ Re- &
sembles a Mandarin (orange) very closely, and
has very rich-colored pulp of finest acid quality
and very distinct flavor. Most excellent for
lemonade, or any purpose where a lime is
needed. Our own introduction from India,some
seven years ago. 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz.
CITRUS medica trifoliata (Limonia trifoliata). A
very hardy, dwarf species, often used as astock
for dwarforangetrees. Trifoliate, thorns very
stout. (Entirely distinct from 7riphasia trifo-
diata, for which see Tropical Fruits.) Recently
being ‘‘ pushed ”’ as a fine Orange for outdoors
at the North. Perfectly hardy, but the fruit is
valueless and flowersinsignificant. It is valu-
able for hedge purposes, withstanding 7!d and
drouth to a great degree. 6 to 15 inches, to cts, | DIOSPYROS, continued.
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each, $1 per doz., $5 per 100; larger, 18 inches Yeddc-ichi. Large, oblate, with slight depression
to 3 feet, 20 cts. each, $2 per doz , BIO per 100. at flower end dark red skin : flesh cere dark
; and quite seedy; quality very rich. Tree a
good bearer.
Yemon. Large, flat, tomato-shaped, somewhat
four-sided; flesh yellow and usually seedless;
quality very fine; a favorite sort with us.
Zengi. Smallest fruit of all; round, with reddish
yellow skin. Flesh dark and quite seedy. One
of the earliest to ripen, and may be eaten while
still hard,
Price of any sort, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz., $20
per 100.
ERIOBOTRYA Japonica. (Syn. Photinia, or Mespi-
| lus Japonica.) ‘She LoquatT, JAPAN ‘‘ PLUM ’’
or JAPAN MEDLAR. One of Our most valuable
Our New Lime, Sour Rangpur. (Reduced.) | fruits. Blossoming in winter, the fruit ripens
in early spring, and brings fancy prices in any
CITRUS Seedlings of the following can be furnished large city. Is frequently shipped to New York
in small plants from pots: nae in strawberry boxes. Has long been cultivated
é in the South, where it seldom attains a height
Rone pee a) eens eae # Fai Cae | of more than 15 feet, though in its wild state it
for preserving “25 cents each $2 per dozen JSON) poe: tee a ialaesieltbass ito ew
King Meaadarin. Oe swatch rs per dozen g Gardens in1787._ The fruit is of the size of a
China Mandarin. 15 cents each, $I per dozen. PI ye OW BG OF te ticloes rete, .re..ct
Cleopatra Mandarin. 15 cents each, $1 per dozen.
Dancy Tangerine. 20 cents each, $2 per dozen.
DIOSPYROS Kaki. The JAPAN PERSIMMON,or DATE
PLum. This tree has now been fruited in the
South long enough to determine its value. The
fruit is delicious; the tree grows and bears
well, almost irrespective of quality of land;
ripens from August to November. The sur-
plus fruit can be dried, in which state it is con-
sidered superior to figs. Fruit ships well, and
fair prices are usually obtained. The dark-
fleshed sorts may be eaten before very ripe, as
they are notastringent, while the lighter-fleshed
ones are very astringent until perfectly soft.
The latter sorts are seedless, while dark ones
are more or lessseedy. Thetrees are decidu-
ous and should beset in winter, from November
% ; ;
. till March. The following are the very best
p varieties, grafted on native roots, and are true
o to name :
ie Hyakume. Very large and somewhat flattened
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at the ends; dark flesh, crisp and meaty ; keeps
well, and tree very prolific.
Tane-nashi, Large, roundish conical ; skin bright
red when ripe. Astringent until fully ripe, then
one of the best. Japan Persimmon, Tane-nashi.
Io REASONER BROS., ONECO, FLORIDA.
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ERIOBOTRYA (LcQuarT), continued. FICUS, continued.
our most beautiful broad-leaved evergreens. used in pruning, to see that sufficient top and
One of the finest ornamental plants for the roots are cut; the top should be cut almost to
house known. Resists gas, dust, drouth, soggy the ground (leave from six inches to a foot),
soil, and the many obstacies to successful plant- and the fibrous roots and part of laterals short-
growth, well. Leaves are large and of a pleas- ened in closely. Treated this way, it will grow
ing shade of blue-green. We consider it much off well. Some of the best sorts for outdoors
finer than Ficus elasticaasa eee plant. or for tubs are the following:
Beautiful young plants, 15 cts. and 25 cts. each. Brown Turkey. Very productive, giving twoand
EUGENIA Micheli. The CavENNE, or SURINAM frequently ee Crone Pen eae The best for
CHERRY. Alsoknownas PITANGA. This valu- _ South Florida. Very sweet, small-sized fruits.
able plant is hardy all over South Florida, and Also known as Celestial, or Sugar Fig. 20 cts.
should be more grown; it shows an instance of each, $2 per doz., $15 per 100.
a plant from the heart of the tropics being ca- White Adriatic. A large, delicious, thrifty grow-
pable of standing several- degrees of frost un- ing white Fig, said to produce the Erbelli figs
harmed. It forms a bush or small tree, and of commerce. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.
produces quantities of a beautiful, cherry-likc
fruit with a delightful acidtaste. Worthy of be- |
ing planted most extensively throughout South
Florida and California. Fruit in the greatest
demand wherever known. We have a good
supply of trees in nice condition; pot-grown,
thus rendering loss by transplanting impossible.
This is one of the best pot plants for producing
showy and edible fruit, and as it will grow under
yery adverse circumstances, it deserves more
attention from lovers and growers of fruit. The
leaves are small, glossy and evergreen. Fine, Hickoria Pecan.
large, pot-grown plants, 25 cents each, $2 per |
doz., $15 peritoo. Second size,15 cts. each, $1.25 HICKORIA Pecan. The Pecan nut tree, so well
per doz., $10 per Ioo. known everywhere. Thrives over nearly the
FICUS Carica. The Fic. The Fig deserves far whole of the United States. Small trees, 25
more attention in the South. It is one of the cents each, $2.50 per dozen.
most delicious and healthful of fruits, and has | MACADAMIA ternifolia. The ‘‘ QUEENSLAND
been too much neglected inthe past. Will give | Nut’’ of sub-tropical East Australia; attain-
best satisfaction in a dry and (in Florida) rich | ing a height of 60 feet ; hardy as far south as
location. Intransplanting the Fig, care must be | Melbourne (37 degrees south latitude); in forest
valleys probably of fair celerity of
growth. In favorable localities it bears
fruit in 7 years. The nuts have the taste
of hazels.’—Von Mueller. We predict
their adaptabilitv to all of Florida and
the Gulf region of the Southern States.
Fi $1 each, $10 per dozen.
& MORUS alba Chinensis. The CHINESE MUL-
i BERRY. Avery prolific and valuablelarge
fruited sort; early. Fruit black. 25 cents
each, $2 per dozen.
Downing’s Everbearing. An old, well-
known variety, bearing large fruit. 35
cents each.
‘‘English.” An everbearer. Fruit very
superior. One of the best of the Mul-
berry family. 30 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.
French. A medium early-to-late sort, of
fine flavor and great productiveness.
Fruit black; rich. 20 cents each, $1.75
Surinam Cherry. (Reduced.) per dozen.
¢
SEMI-TROPICAL AND HARDY FRUIT TREES AND PLANTS. I}
Downing Mulberry.
MORUS alba multicaulis, The WHITE or MULTI-
CAULIS MULBERRY. The Mulberries are well-
known and valuabletrees forshade, timber and
fruit, besides furnishing the food of the silk-
worm. This variety isthe best or one of the
est for silk worms. Leaves very large}; tree
avery rapid grower. Large trees, I5 cents
each, $1.50 per dozen, $8 per 100.
M\RBIUS tomentosus (Rhodomyrius tomentosus).
The Downy MyrTLe. This pretty evergreen
shrub is a native of Northern India, and his
been successfully cultivated for several years
by Mr. E. H. Hart, of Federal Point, where it
fruits well. The fruits are red, of the sizeof a
gooseberry, and of an agreeable, sweetish
taste. The flowers are pink, five-petaled, and
resemble in size those of the dog-rose. The
plants can be grown after the manner of currant
bushes ; they are well worthy of cultivation as
an ornamental evergreen. Blooms constantly
for months, and is very showy. 15 cents each,
$1 per dozen.
OLEA Europea. The OLIVE TREE.
and its uses are too well known to need descrip-
tion. The tree will stand 1o degrees more of
cold than the orange. It succeeds well in the
South, and there are bearing trees in several
places, notably at Dungeness, on Cumberland
Island, on St. Simon’s Island, etc.
Picholine. A variety largely grown in California,
and being exten-
sively planted in
Florida. Fine
trees, 35 cents
each, $3.50 per
dozen.
Manzanillo. A sort “a
much prized in
California, and &
considered one
of the very best &
of the Olive~=
family for pick-
ling. 50 cents
each, $5 per doz.
Nevadillo Blanco.
Spanish variety.
Fruit broad and |
ovate, an inch
long. Quality
and quantity of
oil excellent. 50
cents each, $5
per doz.; small,
25 cents each,
$2.50 per dozen.
The Olive
PRUNUS triflora. ORIENTAL PLUMs. Are work-
/ ing a revolution in Plum culture in the South.
With a proper selection, fruit may be gathered
from June to September. We propagate on no
other stock but the Marianna, and it never
sprouts from the roots; it is, beyond all ques-
tion, the best stock for the Plum that has ever
been used, and all the Japanese varieties form
a perfect union withit. Plant from November
till March.
Sweet Botan. Large, round; purplish-green skin;
flesh yellowish and firm. Matures June 20 to
July 5.
Kelsey. The best known sort; standard. Very
large, greenish-yellow fruit ; quality excellent;
very small pit ; heavy bearer. One ofthe finest
sorts.
Burbank. Smaller fruit than Kelsey, being
usually 5 to 5% inches in circumference. Color
cherry-red ; flesh deep yellow, firm and meaty.
Quite rich. Clingstone. (See page 12.)
Abundance, or Yellow-fleshed Botan. Large,
round, with pointed apex. Skin yellow, washed
with carmine and purple; flesh yellow, of apri-
cot flavor. Ripens June 25 toJuly 5.
Satsuma, or Blood Plum. Large; skin dark, pur-
plish red, mottled with bluish bloom; shape
globular, or with a sharp point. Flesh firm,
juicy, dark red, and well flavored. Tree vig-
orous and prolific. Matures rather earlier than
Kelsey— about July I to Io.
Price, any sort, 20 cents each, $1.75 per dozen,
$12 per 100. Large and first-class stock.
PRUNUS Persica. (Syn., Amygdalus Persica, Per-
sicavulgaris.) ThePEACH. The Persiantype
does not succeed in Florida, but from the more
newly introduced Chinese varieties general suc-
cess is reported. The Peach delights in rich,
well-drained land, and in constant cultivation
through the growing season.
The following sorts have been tried, and are
the best for semi-tropical and tropical climates.
Plant from November till March. Varieties:
Bidwell’s Early. A seedling of Peen-to, with
creamy white skin, washed carmine. Medium
size, noyau flavor. Matures with the Peen-to,
but lasts longer. Fine marketsort. Clingstone.
Bidwell’s Late. Large; nearly round; yellowish
white; clingstone. Quality excellent, being
sweet and juicy. Matures about 3 weeks later
than Peen-to.
Angel. Large; skin yellow, washed with red ;
very handsome. The flesh is white, melting,
and of exquisite flavor. Entirely free of noyau
flavor,and afreestone. Ripens June 20 to 30.
Pe NE Saracen
Manzanillo Olive,
12 REASONER BROS, ONECO, FLORIDA.
PRUNUS, continued,
Florida’s Own, Large, round, of fine appearance.
Sub-cling. Creamy white skin, splashed with
carmine. Quality ofthe best. May 1 to ro.
Peen-to. Flat Peach of China. Too well known
as the pioneer Peach of Florida to require
description. Holds its place, and is largely
planted. Under good cultivation and fertiliza-
tion, a fine Peach. Ripens very early—May 1.
Red Ceylon. Of our introduction some 7 years
ago. Originated from seeds sent from Ceylon.
A fair-sized fruit, blood-red around the pit.
Skin greenish, with a red overcast. A perfect
freestone. Bears very heavily annually. Fruit
is more acid than the ordinary, and is utterly
devoid of any bitter taste. The very best for
cooking or preserving; a sure bearer and
strong grower. Ripensin May and June.
Waldo. An early Peach, supposed to be a hybrid
of Peen-to and Honey. Medium size, hand-
some, and of the best quality. Freestone.
Ripens with the Peen-to.
Burbank Plum.
Red Grier Peach.
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PRUNUS, continued.
Yum Yum. Ripens with the Peen-to. Size me-
dium ; roundish oblong; yellowish white and
carmine; flesh fine-grained, sweet, juicy and
melting. Sub-cling.
Good trees, all sorts, on Peach roots only, 15
cents each, $1.50 per dozen, $10 per 100.
PRUNUS Persica, NECTARINE SECTION. Necta-
rines are simply peaches with a smooth skin,
and are liable to attacks of curculio \ike the
plum. We are trving a few fine sorts from Cali-
fornia. Small trees of the following sorts are
available :
Advance, Downton, Hardwick, Humboldt. Worked
on peach roots. 20 cents each, $2 per dozen.
PRUNUS serotina. The WILD BLAcK CHERRY. A
fine ornamental tree for Florida; fruit well
known, though of little value. 25 cents each.
PYRUS Cydonia ((@donia vulgaris). The QUINCE.
Some varieties of the Quince grow and bear
fruit well in South Florida.
Orange. Fruit large, round ; valuable for preserv-
ing ; luxuriant grower. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz.
PYRUS communis, The PEAR. The follow-
ing sorts have done well in South Flor-
ida as far as tried:
Le Conte. Matures in July and August.
Tree requires at least 5 years before
bearing. 25 cents each, $2.50 per dozen,
$20 per 100, .
Kieffer, Bears young, large fruits of great
value for cooking or preserving. Fruit
superior to Le Conte, and borne in pro-
fusion. A decided success. 30 cents
each, $3 per dozen, $22 per Ioo.
PSIDIUM Cattleyanum, The CATTLEYA or
STRAWBERRY GuAVA. The fruit is
smaller than an English walnut, of a
fine claret color, and with a flavor resem-
bling that of a strawberry. Much better,
to our taste, than the ordinary Guava,
and likely to be held in better repute by
those ofthe North, to whom the ‘‘ musky”’
flavor of the ordinary Guava is objection-
able. As a jelly fruit, too, it is said to
surpass the common Guava. Should be
grown in rows, like the currant, from 4
to 8 feet apart. Foliage thick and shin-
ing, resembling that of the camellia.
Strong pot-plants, 15 cents each, $1.25
per dozen.
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P, lucidum. The hardy YELLOw, CHINESE or
COMMERCIAL Guava. A delicious fruit, resem-
bling the Cattley ; as hardy as, or more so; fruit
yellow; foliage almost indistinguishable from
that of the Cattley Guava. Grown more exten-
sively than the preceding, and commonly
called ‘‘ Yellow Cattley.’’ This is immensely
prolific, and grows in any soil.
plants. 15 cents each, $1.25 per dozen.
PUNICA granatum. The POMEGRANATE.
ish, Garnada.)
popular fruit and ornamental shrub. Attains
the size of a small peach tree; flowers red
(except in one variety), and very showy,
Varieties :
Double White. Ornamental sort. Orange-red
flowers, with petals edged with white. 25 cents
each, $2.50 per dozen.
Spanish Ruby. (Synonym, ‘‘Purple-seeded.’’)
Large, andone of the best sorts. 25 cents each,
$2.50 per dozen.
Paper-Shell. A good sort ; medium size, but shy
bearer. 30 cents each.
Saharanpur Red. A strain from N. W. P. India.
Very excellent and quite meaty. Rather pro-
lific fora Pomegranate. 25c. ea.,352.50 per doz.
Sour. Acid fruit, used only in making sherbet.
25 cents each.
(Span-
Sweet. From the best ordinary strains of culti-
vated trees. 20 and 25 cents each, $2 and $2.50
per dozen.
RUBUS flavus. A grand new Raspberry of our own
introduction, from the Himalaya Mountains.
Fruit yellow, borne in fine clusters, and very
deliciaus. The only Raspberry which will
thrivein Florida. A vrank grower,our origi-
nal bushes being exactly zo feet high, with
canes over aninch thick. This must prove to
be a bonanza for Florida, r7fening, as 7t does,
tn May. Wecannot recommend it too highly
to growers. The supply is limited as yet.
25 cents each, $2.50 per dozen.
R. trivialis. SOUTHERN DEWBERRY. We have
an excellent strain, superior for this climate to
Lucretia, which we have named ‘“ Manatee.’
Tn cultivation this produces fruit at the extra-
ordinary rate of 250 bushels per acre. As it
_ RUBUS, continued.
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ripens during April, it is valuable for shipping,
which it stands well, and these qualities will
make it popular alike with growers and con-
sumers. 10 cents each, 80 cents per dozen,
$5 per 100.
VITIS. The Grape. Of the endless varieties, the
following are grown with more or less success
throughout Florida, and are at home in the
entire South:
Agawam, Catawba, Concord, Cottage, Delaware,
Isabella, Moore’s Early, Moore’s Diamond,
Niagara, Rulander, 5t. Augustine. Home-
grown vines, I and 2 years old. 15 cents each,
$1.25 per dozen, $8 per Ico.
Muscadine or Bullace Grapes. Varieties:
Scuppernong, Bronze-colored. Very large, and
few in bunch—not over. 8 or Io. August or
September. 20 cents each, $1.50 per dozen.
Thomas. Purple. Large arid rich, closely re-
sembling above in flavor. 20 cents each, $1.50
per dozen.
VITIS. vinifera, or ‘‘HOT-HOUSE’’ GRAPES.
Varieties :
Black Hamburg, Chasselas de Fontainebleau,
Flame Tokay. Very fine table or raisin Grapes.
I-year vines, 20 cents each.
Set Grapes only during winter—from Novem-
ber till March—andif not already pruned before
shipping, cut back the bunch Grapes to 2 or 3
eyes only. Setdeep for best results. The first
year allow but one cane to grow. ‘‘The
second year cut this cane back to 4 buds, and
again permit only one to grow. The third year
cut back to 2% or 3 feet, and train to a stake
or trellis, leaving only 3 or 4 branches grow at
the top; each year afterwards cut back, leaving
only 3 or 4 buds of the previous year’s growth.
Muscadines do not need trimming, and should
be trained on an arbor.’’
Black Hamburg Grapes.
_ J The majority of plants and trees of this department require to be planted only during winter.
Citrus trees, Loquats (if potted), Eugenias, Macadamias and Guavas may be set during summer, or at
any time.
IMPORTANT
Economical, Medicinal and
Useful Plants
TROPICAL AND SEMI-TROPICAL.
“Hal! physics—certainly/ Salts, rhubarb, senna, coloquintida, scammony, gamboge.’’
—COoLMAN, 27 ‘‘ The Poor Gentleman.”’
Those marked with an asterisk (*) are capable of standing frosts.
Sy SHH Bah AGAVE, continued.
ww. eee ture and culture will undoubtedly become one
“ SARANZ Sie || por of the leading industries of the state. It is now
< ea AAO BNA attracting much attention in Florida and the
ee % J, , West Indies. Weare the most extensive dealers
INGE: in these plants in Florida, having supplied them
So NS Z in lots of 100,000. Fine young plants, 10 cents
EES each, 80 cents per dozen, $4 per 1co. Larger
y ones, 25 to 50 cents each. Lowest wholesale
price per 1,ooo is $20. Our plants are recom-
mended by Kew Gardens, England, as genuine.
#& For general collection of Agaves, Dasy-
lirions, Fourcroyas, Yuccas, etc., useful and
ornamental, see Tillandsias and Succulents.
| *\MOMUM cardamomum(LZilettariaCardamomum).
The true CARDAMON PLANT, producing the
' cardamon-seeds of commerce. Native in Cey-
Sprig of Acacia Farnesiana. lon, where itis extensively cultivated. Also
much cultivated in Jamaica. Prefersa moist,
half-shady spot; would thrive in parts of
Florida. The plant has beautiful thick, broad
ACACIA Farnesiana. The Popinac. ‘‘ Dioscorides’
Small Acacia. The scented flowers are much
sought after for perfumery. This species may | leaves, and is considerably grown for orna-
be utilized as a hedge plant; a kind of gum- | mental purposes in northern conservatories.
arabic may also be obtained from it.’’ 25 cents | 15 cents each, $1.50 per dozen.
each, $2 per dozen.
A. Arabica. The Gum-ARABIC AcACcIA. ‘“‘ The
i KWikar oor babu: North and Central
Africa, also in Southwest Asia, growing in dry
calcareous soil. This small tree can be
utilized for thorny hedges ; it furnishes the best
gum-arabic for medicinal and technical pur-
poses. The lac insect also lives on the foliage,
and thus in Sind the lac is mainly yielded by
this tree.’’ Grows very quickly in Florida,
and, like the preceding species, is quite hardy.
25 cents each, $2.50 per doz.
AGAVE rigida, var, Sisalana. (Erroneously known
as the ‘‘Maguey’’ plant in parts of Florida.)
The Sisat Hemp. The Cadbulla or Sosquil
Henequin of Central America and Yucatan.
Produces one ofthe most valuable known fibers
for rope, cordage,etc. Introduced from Yucatan
by Dr. Perrine in 1838; now naturalized, and
found wild in some localities on the Keys.
When capital and manufacturing enterprise
shall have been more directed towards the fiber
interests of Florida, and people have begun to
consider other sources of wealth than the all-
prevading orange, thousands of acres of other-
wise worthless land will be planted out in
Sisal Hemp in South Florida, and its manufac- Agave rigida, var. Sisalana (Sisal Hemp).
Pmt pn CAE ETN NN cage.
ECONOMICAL, MEDICINAL AND USEFUL PLANTS. 15
The Chinese Tea Plant.
*ARALIA papyrifera (Fatsia papyrifera). The
CHINESE RICE-PAPER TREE. The pith of the
stem of this curious plant furnishes the ‘“‘rice-
paper’’ of China. The plant is of most value,
however, as an ornamental shrub or tree, and
is admirably adapted to the soil and climate of
Florida. Perfectly hardy as far up as Putnam
county. Mr. E. H. Hart says of it: ‘‘ It delights
ina moist, half-shady spot; it is a good plant
to screen the unsightly spot by the kitchen
door; when in bloom it is superb, and every
one stops to admire it.’’ A native of the shady
swamps of Formosa. Alwavs a handsome
plant, whether in bloom or not, on account of
its magnificent leaves. 20 cents each, $2 per
dozen; larger, 40 cents each, —
*“BAPHIA racemosa. A South African tree, belong- |
ing to the Pea family. Wood is used in dyeing.
75 cents each.
BIXA orellana, The true ANNATO PLANT. The
pulp of the seed vessels of the plant produces
the Annato dye, so much used in coloring red.
Known by the South American Indians as
Roucou, 25 cents each, $2.50 per dozen.
*BROUSSONETIA papyrifera. The Paper MUL-
BERRY. Islands of the Pacific, China and Japan.
A large, hardy shade tree; of value also as an
ornamental. 25 cents each.
CHSALPINIA coriaria. The Divi-Divi. West
shores of Central America. Regarded as one
of the most powerful and quick-acting tanning
materials known. 50 cents each.
| CALOPHYLLUM inophyllum. East Indies. A large
tree, reaching 90 feet (tender), with snowy
white flowers. It reaches an age of 300 years.
The bark, gum and fruit have important eco-
nomical and medicinal uses, and in Java it is
much planted as a shade tree for its elegant
foliage and flowers. 4octs. each, $4 per doz.
*CAMELLIA Thea (7hea Bohea). The CHINESE
TEA PLANT. Hardy evergreen bush; easily
grown anywhere in the lower South. One of
the most valuable economic plants available for
general cultivation over the South. Our soils
all seem to suit itin a remarkable degree, and
it will stand quite low temperatures, being
more hardy than the olive. (See our cut above,
taken from photographs of plants in the Caro-
linas.) A large stock of young plants, pot-
grown, enables us to offer it very low. 15 cents
each, $1.25 per dozen, $8 per 100.
CASSIA fistula (Cathartocarpus fistula). A hand-
some flowering tree from South Asia. The
long pods also contain an aperient pulp of
pleasant taste and of medicinal value. It is
also used in the manufacture of cake tobacco.
Many of the numerous species of Cassia produce
senna. 20 cents each.
CEDRELA odorata. A large tree of the West
Indies, which furnishes fine timber, sometimes
called cedar-wood. The beautiful compound
leaves are evergreen. Very choice tree for
avenue purposes, in localities free from hard
frosts. 15 cts. each. $1.50 per doz,, $10 per Ioo.
Larger, 40 cents each,
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REASONER BROS., ONECO, FLORIDA.
*CINNAMOMUM Camphora (Laurus Camphora,
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RESCENTIA cujete. The CALABASH TREE. ‘‘A
little further on was a tree with a round, dense
-head of glossy foliage, which in some respects
was the most curious I had ever seen. And
right there at a house, on a bench before my
eyes, were buckets, dippers and ladles, made
from Calabashes frem this very tree.’’— Charles
Z. Simpson. Anative of the West Indies and
_ South America. 35 cents each, $3.50 per dozen.
ALBERGIA latifoi.a. BLAcKWoobD, or EAST
INDIAN ROSEWOOD TREE. A magnificent
evergreen tree, furnishing most valuable fur-
niture wood. Of largesize and quick growth,
buttender as regards frost.. 4octs. each, $4 doz.
| *EUCALYPTUS. FrEverR TREES. Extensively
AS Ae Camphora Offi- |
SRS cinaltis). The
SATAN CAMPHOR TREE
AS ANOVA or CAMPHOR LAUv-
Ap ARES ARS REL of China and _
PS Ue —, Japan. This tree °
Ogi SN. Aa andthe Driobal- |
Lo, SUSAR WS anops Camphora
as Ae pn of Sumatra
GLEN) me furnish the Cam- |
s ARTA = phor gum of com- |
TARR VAAN merce. The tree |
Bree AWN is hardy in the |
SIAM ON lower Gulf states
ae and in the south
Barre. aN of Europe. It is
Pike ee a handsome.
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Coffee Plant.
evergreen. To
prepare the Camphor of commerce “‘ the root,
trunk aud branches, broken up, are treated
with water in closed vessels, the volatilized
Camphor being sublimated upon rice straw.
It is further refined on its arrival in Europe.”’
broad-leaved |
A rank-growing ornamental tree, thriving in |
the very poorest soil. Has been planted exten-
sively in Florida, and is much sought for.
havea very large stock of fine pot-grown plants.
1 year old, 10-12 inches high, 15 cents each, $1
per dozen; $5 per Ioo.
ches high, 25 cents each; larger, 50 cents.
Zeylanicum. The CINNAMON TREE. Ceylon.
This is, perhaps, destined to be one of the lead-
ing economic plants grown in Florida. Of im-
mense value, the annual product selling for
millions of dollars, and the demand constantly
increasing; we of the South mus plant this
valuable tree. Wide-spread interest is being
manifested throughout the West Indies in
this tree, and many are being planted, espe-
cially in Jamaica and Grenada. The trees
should be planted about 1o feet each way, and
cultivated for 3 years. At the end of this
_ period, if trees have made satisfactory growth
COFFEA Arabica.
GC,
C.
(which they will do in even the whitest sand,
““sand-soaked’’ soils,
barrens,’’ or ‘‘hard-pan’’ lands), they are cut
to the ground, andthe bark by asimple process
stripped fromthe branches. The stocks sprout
like a willow, and succeeding years supply
better bark from the rank water-sprouts. The
tree is perfectly hardy and at home in Florida.
We have a very large and fine stock of pot-
grown plants. 18inches to 2 feet, 25 cents each,
$2 per dozen, $15 per 100; Io to 15 inches, 15
cents each, $1 per dozen, $8 per Ioo.
The ARABIAN COFFEE PLANT.
Native in the mountains of Southwestern Abys-
sinia. First fruited in the United States, at
least in the open air, by Mrs. Julia Atzeroth, of
Manatee. Theshrubisa beautiful evergreen,
with white flowers. Should be largely planted
all over extreme South Florida, in any place
protected from north winds and frosts. A fine
stock of plants. Will bear at 3 years old.
Large pot plants 2 feet or over, 50 cents each,
$5 per dozen. Small, but very nice, healthy
ones, potted, 15 cents each, $1.50 per dozen,
$10 per 100.
Bengalensis. The BENGAL COFFEE PLANT.
Berries of inferior quality, but flowers very or-
namental. 75 cents each.
Liberica, The LIBERIAN COFFEE PLANT.
‘‘ This species attains the size of a real tree, is
a rich bearer, and the berries are larger than
those of the ordinary coffee-bush.’’ Growing
in favor in coffee-producing countries. Wehave
a very large stock of pot-grown plants. 20 cts.
each, $2 per dozen; larger, 25 cents each, $2.50
per dozen.
““flat-woods,’’ ‘‘pine--
We |
2 years old, 15-24 in- |
planted in sub-tropical climates to ward off
malaria by draining the soil quickly—through
their roots and foliage. All the species are
valuable as ornamental-trees, and the wood is
put to every imaginable use. Of use also
medicinally. All natives of Australia. One of
the most rapid-growing trees imaginable, vari-
ous species here reaching a height of 30 feet in
3 years onthe poorest soils. The Eucalyptus
are the tallest trees in the world. Trunks over
400 feet long have been measured by Baron
Von Mueller. All hardy in South and East
Florida.
E, Baileyana, From Queensland. 100 feet.
Eucalyptus
robusta,
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*EXCCECARIA sebifera (.Si/lingia sebifera).
ECONOMICAL, MEDICINAL AND USEFUL PLANTS. 17
EUCALYPTUS, continued.
E. botryoides.
Queensland.
E. hemastona.
From East Gippsland to East
One of the WHITE GuUM TREES.
E. leptophleba. From Queensland.
E. micromerys. From Queensland.
E. maculata. From Queensland.
E. melanophloia. SILVER-LEAVED IRON-BARK.
New South Wales and Queensland. Middle-
sized tree.
E, pilularis. THE BLracK-BuTtT TREE of South
Queensland.
E. robusta. Swamp MAHOGANY of New South
Wales and South Queensland. Tree reaching
100 feet in height. See opposite page.
E. resinifera. RED MAHOGANY.
E. rostrata. Grown largely in California.
E. siderephloia,. WHITE IRON-BARK of New
South Wales. 150 feet. Wood stronger than
hickory.
20 cts. each for fine pot-grown plants, $2 per
pan Six plants, assorted, our choice of variety,
or e
The
CHINESE TALLOW TREE. “ The fatty coating
of the seeds constitutes the vegetable tallow, -
which is separated by steaming. The wood is
so hard and dense asto be used for printing-
blocks ; the leaves furnish a black dye.’’— Von
Mueller. A hardy and desirable shade-tree of
good form. Large, stocky trees in open ground,
which should best be planted during cool
weather. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. Smaller,
but good, 20 cents each, $2 per dozen.
FICUS elastica. INDIA RUBBER TREE. A valuable
economic plant, mostly grownin Assam. Has
been known to reach a height of 112 feet in 32
years. Can be grown in extreme South Florida
without protection from cold. A magnificent
decorative plant when small, and grown exten-
sively in the North. 75 cents each.
GARCINIA morello. The true GAMBOGE TREE.
From Ceylon. The yellow resinous juice fur-
nishes the well-known Gamboge. ‘Excellent
as a pigment, and efficient as a purgative.”?’ A
magnificent decorative plant, with thick, leath-
ery, glossy leaves; the new growth rich wine-
color. Rare, and ofslowgrowth. Fineplants,
50 cents each, $5 per dozen.
GOUANIA Domingensis, ‘‘CHAW-sTICK”’ of the
West Indies. A very rapid-growing perennial
creeper. Thestems are chewed as an agreeable
Stomachic ; tooth-brushes are made ofthe frayed
stems, and a tooth-powder from the pulverized
wood. Possesses febrifugal properties. Pot-
grown plants, 40 cents each, $4 per dozen.
*GELSEMIUM sempervirens. ‘‘ CAROLINA JESSA-
MINE.”? A valuable medicinal plant. (See
Miscellaneous Department.)
HEMATOXYLON Campechianum. The true Loc-
WOODTREE. (Spanish, Palo de Campeche.) It
is quite probable that this celebrated tree will
thrive in many parts of South Florida. Ofvery
slow growth. 50 cents each.
ISONANDRA Gutta. Produces the best Gutta-
percha ofcommerce. A tree from East Indies.
Tropical. Large, very striking foliage, light
green incolor. First size, 50 cents each, $5 per
dozen ; second size, 30 cents each, $3 per dozen.
JATROPHA Curcas. FRENCH PHysiIc NUT.
West Indies and South America. A large, orna-
mental-leaved plant of medicinal value.
Attainsa height oftwenty feet. The seeds yield
an oil resembling castor-oil. Theseeds said to
be nutty and pleasant to eat, but when eaten to
excess produce serious consequences. 350,000
bushels are annually exported from the Cape
de Verde Islands for the expression of the oil.
25 and 50 cents.
Yat = SS —
Sanseviera Zeylanica. (See page 15.)
KOLA acuminata (Co/a, or Sterculia). Thetree
which produces the famed KOLA Nuts. Re-
markable for their many virtues. A small
piece of seed (or nut), if chewed before meals,
is a promoter of digestion. It is also supposed
to improve the flavor of anything eaten after it,
and even to render putrid water drinkable.
Powdered Kola is applied tocuts. Much has
been written in the 4Ag7iculturist of this tree,
but there seem to be many failures in getting
plants. $2 each.
*MABA Natalensis. One of the ebony-wood trees.
Very rare. 50cents each.
*MARANTA arundinacea. The BermupDaA, or true
ARROW-ROoT. Should be more cultivated in
Florida, as with proper management it is a
payingcrop. i1octs. each, $1 per doz., $5 per 100.
*MILLETIA Caffra. The powdered seeds of this or
nearly allied species are used in Abyssinia to
stupefy fish. 75 cents.
*MYRICA cerifera. Our well-known Wax-MyYRTLE,
from which a marketable wax is prepared.
25 cents each.
*PALIURUS aculeatus. The CuHRIST-THORN of
Southern Europe. Nativeinthe Mediterranean
region. A hardy, quick-growing, low-branch-
ing shrub, commonly used for a hedge. Has
been found recently to be much superior to any
hedge-plantfortheSouth. Veryspiny, it makes
an impassable barrier to all domestic animals.
The fruit resembles a ‘‘head with a broad-
brimmed hat on,’’ giving rise to its French
name, ‘‘Porte-chapeau.’’ Seeds are medicinal.
As a hedge, crops may be grown within 4 or 5
feet, as the roots do not extend far. Just what
is needed for a cheapand effective fence. Plant
during cool weather. First size, 20 cents each,
$1.50 per dozen, $10 per Ioo.
For price in quantity, write us; we can make
a low rate.
PARITIUM elatum. MouNTAIN MAHOE. A Cuban
tree, reaching 60 or 70 feet, producing the cele-
brated and well-known ‘‘ Cuba bast,’’ fortying
purposes, from the lace-like inner bark. 25 cts.
each, $2.50 per dozen,
18 REASONER BROS., ONECO, FLORIDA.
Chocolate Tree.
PIPER. Futo-Kadsuro. One of the Peppers from
Japan. Avariety not common. 50cents each.
SANSEVIERA Guineensis. AFRICAN BOWSTRING
' Hemp. A quick-growing and valuable fiber
plant of an exceedingly ornamental character.
Leaves are sword-shaped, growing 4or 5 feet
high, beautifully mottled green and almost
white. (See ‘‘ Report on the Leaf Fibers of the
United States,’’ by Department of Agriculture
for 1893, sent on request to the Department. )
A good stock of plants in small, easily handled
- size, at 15 cents each, $1 per dozen, $8 per 100,
$40 per 1,000.
8S. Zeylanica. The BoWSTRING HEMP. As a
fiber plant, this plant has been known and
prized in India from remote antiquity under the
name of Murva. Also extensively cultivated.
Both varieties of Bowstring Hemp are being
planted in South Florida, in frostless situations.
Will doubtles prove a remunerative fiber crop,
quickly coming into size available for cutting.
A finer fiber than that produced by Sisal hemp,
aud fit for more extensive uses. 15 cents each,
vi
QUES
$1 per dozen, $8 per 100, $40
per 1,000, Extra large, 25
cents each.
*SAPINDUS saponaria. The
TROPICAL SOAP-BERRY,.,
““The seed-vessels, known
as soap-betries, are used
for washing purposes.”
40 cents each.
STRYCHNOS Nux-vomica. The
STRYCHNIA or NUX VOMICA
plant. SouthAsia. Nux-
vomica is the pure drug,
strychnine the alkaloid.
$1.50 each.
SWIETENIA Mahogani. The
MAHOGANY TREE, celebra-
ted for its valuable timber.
West Indies, Central America
and Mexico;. Lower Florida
Keys, where, however, it has
never yet attained the vast
Size of its Central American
congeners. Said to be of ex-
ceedingly slow growth,
“hardly undergoing a per-
ceptible increase of size in
the narrow span of man’s
life.’’ ‘‘ The small plants are
very handsome, and with
ie plenty of head and pot-room
t will flower under greenhouse
culture at the North.’’—Buist, Flowers white,
very pretty. 25 cents each, $2.50 per dozen.
Larger plants, 35 cents each.
TERMINALIA tomentosa. A native of India, where
it attains large size. Seeds contain a black dye,
much used by calico printers for permanent
color. 75 cents each.
THEOBROMA cacao. The CHOCOLATE or CACAO
tree. The Chocolate of commerce is prepared
from the seeds of this famous and beautiful
tree. 50cents each, $5 pet dozen.
VANILLA aromatica,. VANILLA BEAN. (See
Orchids. )
*ZAMIA integrifolia (Compfie, or Coontie). A
cycad, which furnishes a fine grade of starch
used in puddings. Valuable also for ornamen-
tal purposes. (See Palms.)
*ZINGIBER officinalis. The GINGER PLANT.
Southeast Asia. Early introduced to Tropical
America by Francisco de Mendoza. Thoroughly
well known and valuable. Prefers half-shade,
and arich, loamy soil. 25 cents each.
ZZ A collection of five of the economic plants will be mailed for $1. We do not hold to a set list
for any of our special collections, but use our judgment in sending the various plants to each location of
purchaser. Customers may state what they already have in the particular line, whether economic plants,
or palms, etc., and we will endeavor not to send duplicates.
J Nearly the entire list of plants in this department may be planted at any convenient time of
year. Most of them are pot-grown.
times of year.
We take pains to avoid sending plants of any sort at unsuitable
St. Louis, Aprizl, ’95.
Gentlemen—The palms and ferns came tohand some days ago, and are thoroughly satisfactory, well rooted, and
larger than I expected.
Pants arrived in splendid condition.
Sivs—Plants to hand.
tion.
Yours truly,
A. J. KRAFT.
SANTA BARBARA, CAL., April, 95.
JOHN SPENSE, Nurseryman and Florist.
CINCINNATI, April, 7895.
I am very much pleased with them indeed, and wish to thank you for making such a fine selec-
Yours truly,
BENJAMIN C. WILSON,
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO, May, 7595.
Reasoner Bros.—Viants I ordered just received in fine condition, and are all that I could expect. I never received
finer plants, and am perfectly satisfied, and very grateful for the liberal extras.
Mrs T. H. WHITESIDE,
IV.
_. Barmboos and Grasses.
ORNAMENTAL AND USEFUL.
‘* Vaud Muller, on a summer's day,
Raked the meadow sweet with hay.
—WHITTIER.
Those not strictly tropical, and which will bear frosts to greater or less extent, are marked with an
asterisk (*). Some sorts are hardy throughout the whole United States and South Canada.
BAMBUSA, continuad.
canes are short and slender, but each crop of
new ones is larger than the preceding. The
top spreads out gracefully, and makes consider-
able shade. The canes can be used for fishing
poles, or many other uses, being exceedingly
tough and elastic. 4o cents each, $4 per dozen.
*B, argentea striata. Exactly likethe preceding,
excepting that this has variegated foliage,green
and white ; a magnificent sort. 40 cents each,
$4 per dozen.
B, ———? Unnamed species, resembling 2B.
argentea somewhat, but having rich yellow
stems and larger leaves; very choice, and
quite hardy here. 50 cents each, $5 per dozen.
*B, aurea. Evidently from Japan. Hardy;
sprouts from underground running roots, and
is somewhat difficult to keepin aclump. By
running a spade down very deeply around it,
occasionally, these roots can be cut off, and the
plant kept within bounds. Light green leaves,
yellowish stems. Probably reaches 15 to 20
feet, in good soil. 75 cents each.
*B. nana, A handsome, broad-leaved dwarf spe-
; cies, rarely exceeding 10 feet in height. Very
Bimbusa nana, (co feet high.) suitable for growing in pots for decoration of
rooms, etc. The leaves are thick and strong,
and very beautiful. Very choice plant, and
quite hardy in Florida. 25 cents each, $2.50
*ANDROPOGON citratus. The Lemon GRAss of
India. Yields an essential oil for perfumery.
: : per dozen; second size, 20 cents each.
Very handsome tropical grass; effective for BE Sidi elancescenss ards eos BE
borders, or as single specimens on the lawn. Fe, aCe eae AVEC WAL AmIOO
25 cents each, from China. $1 each.
*ARUNDO donax variegata. A beautiful Bamboo
reed. The tallest of all the variegated grasses.
Foliage beautifully striped white; leaves broad.
The tall plumes are immense and showy, last-
ing a long time in perfection. Very fine for
tubs or potsin restricted locations,as a balcony,
veranda or window. 30 cents each, $2.75 per
dozen ; smaller, 20 cents each, $2 per dozen.
-*ARUNDINARIA falcata. A rather dwarf-growing
Bamboo, with exquisite, flat growths of small
leaves. The whole effect of the plant is grace-
ful and elegant. New. Will stand a great
deal of cold, andis hardy throughout Florida
and the lower South. 5o0cts. each, $5 per doz.
BAMBUSA arundinacea. The ‘‘THORNY BAm-
Boo’’ of India, growing 40 or more feet in
height. Tropical, but may be grown in most of
South Florida, as it quickly reaches large size,
and protects itself from frost. It is thorny at
the joints, and in India is used for tall hedges.
Fine pot-plants, 25 cents and 4o cents each.
=B, argentea. A very hardy species from Japan,
reaching 35 to 40 feet; under side of leaf is
glaucous green, and the plant forms a noble
object, even at an early stage; at first the
isons ges *
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Bambusa vulgaris. (65 feet high.)
Cyperus alternifolius.
BAMBUSA, continued.
B. vulgaris. ‘‘The large unarmed Bamboo of
Bengal. It rises to a height of 70 feet, and the
stems may attain a length even of 4o feet in
one season, though the growth is slower in
cooler climes. It has proved to be capable of
resisting occasional night frost. It is the best
for building Bamboo houses.’’—Von Mueller.
Grown in many South Florida places now.
Six-vear-old specimens are usually from 40 to
50 feet high and extremely beautiful and plume-
like. (See cut of one of our specimens at a gate-
way, pageig.) The quickest growing of any
sort we have. Not very hardy. $1 each, $10 per
dozen; good small plants, 50 cents each,
$5 per dozen.
*CYPERUS alternifolius. UMBRELLA PLANT. This
beautiful hothouse grass attains a height of
3or 4 feet. Is at home in Fiorida. 25 cts. each.
*ERIANTHUS Ravenne. Well-known ornamental
grass. Large and handsome clumps are easily
grown. Fine plumes; hardy grass. 25 cents
each, $2 per dozen.
*EULALIA gracillima, Very delicate and graceful,
narrow-leaved plume-grass from Japan. Forms
a fine clump, about 5 feet high (including
flower-stems). 25 cents each.
*E, Japonica zebrina. ‘‘This is one of the most
beautiful and distinct hardy plants in cultiva-
tion. Unlike all other variegated plants, this
has its striping or marking across the leaf,
instead of longitudinally. Itgrows from 5 to 7
feet in height, forming a most striking and
graceful plant, resembling nothing else that
we know of. The expanded flower-spike re-
sembles the ostrich plume, and when dried
will last for years. Plant entirely hardy.
Whether used as a single plant or for groups
on lawns, it has no equal.’’ We have a large
and fine stock of plants. io cents each, $1
per dozen.
*E, Japonica variegata, ‘‘ A hardyperennial from
Japan, with long, narrow leaves, striped with
green and white, throwing up stalks 4 to 6 feet
high, terminating with a cluster of flower
spikes on which the individual flowers are
arranged ; the flowers are surrounded with long
silky threads, which, when fully ripe or placed
in a warm room, expand, giving the whole
head a most graceful and beautiful appearance,
not unlike that of an ostrich feather curled.’’
A more delicate grower than the preceding.
Both forms of Eulalia are almost as handsome
REASONER BROS., ONECO, FLORIDA.
EULALIA, continued.
when very small as when full-grown. A good
decorative, window-garden or house plant for
any location. 10 cents each, $1 per dozen.
*GYNERIUM argenteum. PAmpaAs GRASS. Grows
luxuriantly in Florida ; the large white plumes
are wellknown. The form of a clump resem-
bles a fountain of water, the leaves curling, and
reaching to the ground on every side. 25 cents. —
*@. argenteum variegatum. Striped green and
white leaves. Rare. 50 cents each.
*@, argenteum var. Purple-tinted plumes. 25c.
*G. argenteum var, /Pink-tinted plumes. 25c. ea.
PANICUM molle (Syn., P. species, P. sarmentosa)-
The Para GRAss. In our opinion one of the
best fodder grasses for South Florida, especially
for low land, rich or poor. A piece of low waste
ground planted to Para Grass in the spring
grass planted 4 feet each way) will give a
good cutting of hay by July or August, and can
be pastured the rest of the year. The grass
spreads and covers the ground quickly, but is
not easily controlled. Prepare the ground well
before planting; the grass will do better if
ploughed up once every year or two. If not
pastured, several crops of hay can be cut inone
season. This grass deserves more attention in
Florida. A tropical grass, but can be grown
anywhere in South Florida, as frosts merely
cut the tops. By mail, 25 cents per dozen, $1
per 100, (very heavy). By freight or express, 30
cents per 100, $2 per 1,000,
P, excurrens. One of the grandest of all grasses.
The broad leaves (sometimes 6 inches wide,
and averaging 3 to 4 inches) recurve grace-
fully from the center of the plant and over-
lap so closely that rain is excluded as from
a roof. Very distinct and striking. Where
known, this plant is commonly called PALM
GRASS, as it resembles young palm leaves very
much. Is much handsomer (and faster grow-
ing) than curculigo. This is a magnificent grass
for the lawn or border, and we heartily com-
mend it to the attention of our Florida planters,
or for house decoration. Frost browns the
leaves, but does not killitin Florida. 25 ctsea.
*STENOTAPHRUM glabrum. (S. Americanum.)
St. AUGUSTINE GRASS. A native of the warmer
parts of Asia, Africa and America. Called in
Australia Buffalo Grass. The best lawn grass
in Fiorida, though of no especial value as a
pasture grass. Will grow on any land, rich or
poor, high or low. Is green all winter, and
Panicum excurrens. (Young plant, not at its best.)
friends perfect satisfaction.
for them as well as the extras.
~ A Bed of Ornamental Grasses.
STENOTAPHRUM, continued.
naturally does not grow tall enough to demand
frequent cutting with the lawn mower. Is not
difficult to get rid of; can be easily killed or
controlled with the hoe. Proves better for lawn
than Bermuda in mazy localities, especially dry
soils or deep shade. A success with us. Would
STENOTAPHRUM, continued.
undoubtedly prove valuabie for binding sea
sands or river banks. ‘“‘ It was this grass which
Mr. John C. Bell reared with so much advantage
for fodder on the bare rocks of the Island of
Ascension.’’—Von Mueller. 50 cents per 100
cuttings, $4 per I,o0o cutings.
J== A collection of five choicest Ornamental Grasses and Bamboos sent to any address for $l.
Grasses and Bamboos may be set any time of the year when the soil is moist. Ona large scale of
planting, summer is to be preferred.
FAIRMOUNT, MINN., Aprz/, 7595.
Sirs—All of the plants ordered from you received. They were splendid. All are growing, and give myself and
Accept our many thanks for such nice plants.
MRS. JANE S. CARTER.
LAWRENCE, KAn., Fed., 7895.
Stys—I am much pleased with the beautiful plants you sent me; they arrived in splendid condition. I thank you
Gentlemen—Plants duly received in fine condition.
Respectfully,
Yours truly,
MRS. S. A. RIGGS.
FREDERICK, Mp., May, 7895.
HENRY TRAIL.
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Partial View of a Pond of Nelumbiums,
V.
Aquatics.
*'__ The long stems
Whose flowers the water, like a gentle nurse—
Bear: on its bosom.” * * *% %
—N. P. WILLIs.
ACORUS Calamus. The well-known SWEET FLAG. | EICHHORNIA, continued.
Will grow to perfection in Florida. 25 cents. surface of the water until nearly ready to
EICHHORNIA crassipes. The WATER HYACINTH. | bloom, when the roots enter the soil, if in shal-
A very interesting plant, which floats on the low water. The flowers are borne on spikes
} like a hyacinth, and are of a variety of shades
(yellow center, lilac or blue petals), two inches
across. Simply magnificent! A supply of
flowers is constant during growing weather.
The leaves form neat rosettes, and their petioles
are curiously thickened and filled with air-cells,
which enable the plant to float. 15 cents each.
$1 per dozen.
E. azurea. A rare new species, just introduced.
Does not float, like preceding, but roots firmly
| to the soil. Should be in 4 or 5 inches of
water to do the best. Flowers smaller than in
E. crassipes, but very rich blue. 50 cents each.
LIMNOCHARIS Humboldtii. The WATER Poppy.
South America. Flowers pale yellow, 3
petaled, 3inches in diameter. They open in
the morning, and last all day. Continually in
bloom, and succeeds anywhere, in pond or tub.
sVymph@ea alba odorata. | 20 cents each.
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AQUATICS. 23
MYRIOPHYLLUM proserpinacoides. PARROT’S
FEATHER, WIN- |
TER MILFOoIL.
An elegant little
trailing plant, its
ered with whorls
age. It is easily
grown with other
aquatic plants,
can be trained to
WC
ciosum, The
SACRED LorTrus
of the east. Suc-
ceeds well in a
Parrot’s Feather. mud - bottomed |
pond or ina tub.
Grows well in many Florida ponds and lakes. |
A hardy plant anywhere in the United States. |
Has lovely pink flowers ; scented. 75 cts. each.
NYMPHZA Caroliniana. A hardy, sweet-scented
lily, flesh-pink in color. New. $2 each.
N. dentata. This is a magnificent species from
Sierra Leone, and the largest and best white
variety grown; the buds are very long and |
pointed, opening horizontally, and at the same |
time as the preceding. The leaves are large, |
very rich green, with serrated edges. $1 each. |
N. Devoniensis, ‘‘ This is one of the choicest, if
not the choicest, Water Lily in cultivation.
Under the liberal treatment which we recom- |
mend for producing the finest specimens, in one
season a single plant will cover a circle 20 feet
across, with leaves 25 inches in diameter, and
flowers 12 inches from tip to tip of petals. If
confined in pans, tubs or boxes, the flowers are
smaller, but otherwise just as fine. The leaves
are rich green, with serrated edges and occa-
sional brown blotches. No person can form an
adequate idea of the beauty of a red Water
Lily until they have seen one of these gorgeous
blossoms. They are rosy red (with scarlet
stamens), glowing by lamplight with indescrib-
able color.”’—£. D. Sturtevant. $1 each.
N. flava. The rare yellow Water Lily of the St.
John’s river. Free flowering ; 3 inches across.
40 cents each.
N. Marliacea chromatella. A grand new variety,
and one that is perfectly hardy. The flowers
are large, with broad cupped petals, very full,
and of a beautiful clear yellow, a rare color in
Nymphezas. The plant is a constant bloomer,
ae me flowers are very fragrant and lasting.
I each.
N. Marliacea rosea. The same as the preceding,
except that flowers are a beautiful rose tint in
color. $1.50 each.
N. odorata alba. The white fragrant Ponp LILY.
Succeeds universally. 30 cents each.
N. odorata sulphurea, Very choice hardy species,
with charming yellow flowers. Floriferous
and quite fragrant. $1 each.
N. Zan zibarensis. A gorgeous everblooming sort
from Africa, of the easiest culture: Succeeds
anywhere and in almost any situation. Flowers
beautiful blue and pink. Distinct colors, not
variegated. Either color,-50 cents each, $5
per dozen.
long stems cov- |
of delicate foli- |
and in tubs or |
tanks the stems |
hang over the |
sides with preity |
S® effect. ro cts. ea. |
3s NELUMBIUM spe- |
| PONTEDERIA cordata. Closely related to LZich-
hornia. One of. the finest of our native
aquatics. Rich blue flowers in spikes, which,
though not large, make a nice display because
of their multitude. Fine for aquariums. 20
cents each, $1 per dozen.
PAPYRUS Antiquorum. This isthe true Egyptian
Paper Plant. Fromthe snow-white pith of its
triangular stalks the first paper was made.
They are 5 or 6 feet high, and support at the
top a tuft of long, thread-like leaves, which
give the plant an exceedingly graceful and
striking appearance. It grows finely in shallow
water, with rich soil or mud, and makes a
splendid companion for flowering aquatics. It
will also flourish and make a fine clump in the
garden, with no more water than cannas or corn
require to make them do well. (See also Eco-
nomic Plants.) 50 cents each, $5 per dozen.
THALIA divaricata. A magnificent native orna-
mental-leaved plant; deserving of extensive
cultivation. The Thalias are appreciated in
Europe, where they are used with cannas;
musas, alocacias, etc., with grand effect, but
are practically unknown in America, where
native. Leaves sometimes reach a height of 10
feet, on long petioles, some leaves measuring a
foot wide by 2 feet long; heart-ovate in shape.
Flower scape taller than the leaves, branching
into panicled spikes of small purple flowers.
Will grow in water, or on ordinary soil. A
grand, quick-growing decorative plant for
either house or lawn. Plant in spring, outdoors,
in rich soil, and by July it will be 4 or5 feet
high, and display beautifully a mass-of hand-
some shining green leaves, with ved midribs.
20 cents each, $1 per dozen.
TYPHA latifolia. The Cat-TaiL Frac. A native
of Europe and the East, but widely naturalized
and largely grown, and exceedingly popular
in the United States. A grand plant for scenic
planting. Well adapted for planting in rather
dry soils as well as damp ones. Strong plants,
20 cents each, $2 per dozen.
The species of Arum, Colocasia, Caladium,
Alocasia, Musa, Maranta, Hedychium, Amo-
mum, Zingiber, Iris, Canna and others, can
be grown with good effect on the low, moist
ground surrounding lakes and ponds, and in
similar damp situations.
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1 \ZANZIBARENSISZ2
Z Ceans best time to plant Aquatics is during warm spring weather or summer. Nymphzas should
_ be planted along the edges of ponds or streams in not over one foot of water, and manure can be dug into
the soil with advantage. et
72 A collection of five choice plants, our selection of sorts, for $1. Remember, postage is paid by
us on all plants ordered by mail.
Vi.
Conifers.
‘* Hol hol the burly Pine! Hurrah! Hurrah for the Pine! The oak may be king of
the lowlands, but the Pine ts the king of the hills—aye, and mountains, too.
‘Hol ho! the burly Pne! How he strikes his clubbed foot deep into the cleft of the rock,
or grasps its span with conscious power! There he lifts his haughty front like the warrior
monarch that leis, No flinching about the Pine, be it ever so stormy. is throne is the crag,
and his crownisa good way upin the heavens ; and as for the clouds, he tears them asunder
sometimes and uses them for robes. Then hurrah again forthe Pine! say/, * * * *® *% &
‘* He adorns his crown with a rich wreath caught from the sunset, and an hour after, he
wears the orbed moon as a splendid jewel upon his haughty brow, The scented breeze of the soft
evening breathes upon him, and the grim warrior king wakes hits murmuring lute, and oh! such
sounds—so sweet, so soothing! Years that have passed live again in the music ; tcnes long since
hushed echo once more in the heart; faces that have turned to dust—but how loved in the old
time !—glimmer among the dusky boughs ; eyes that years ago closed on earth to open in heaven
smile kindly upon us. We lie down in the dark shadow upon the mossy roots and are happy—
happy in a sad, sweet, tender tranquility that purifies the soul, and, while it makes us content
with earth, fills us with love for heaven,” —ALFRED B. STREET.
JS Allour conifers are pot-grown, except where noted, thus saving risks in transplanting. They
may be set out at any time of year, but winter is the best, especially for open-ground-grown specimens,
All sorts are hardy in this latitude.
ARAUCARIA Bidwelli. A coarse-leaved hardy ; A. excelsa, continued.
species, reaching a great height when full metrical growth of very delicate, fringed
grown. A very desirable evergreen tree, and branches. Hardy enough to stand, with slight
well adapted to Florida and the South. Strong protection, the first years in South Florida.
pot plants, $1.50 each. Nice plants, $1 each.
A. excelsa. The best known of the genus, being A. imbricata, The MONKEY PuUzzLE. The hard-
grown for decorative purposes largely. Sym- iest species, from Chili. Is capable of standing
sharp freezing weather, and is grown all over
the South as far north as Tennessee. Reaches
a height of 75 to 100 feet, and forms a very strik-
ing tree. 75 cents each.
CASUARINA torulosa. The AUSTRALIAN PINE.
Also known as the She-Oak, Beef Wood, or
Swamp-Oak. Very rapid growing; foliage
resembles the tamarix or cedar; form of tree
slightly more spreading than the Lombardy
poplar. 40 cents each, $4 per dozen.
CEDRUS Atlantica. ATLANTIC CEDAR. From the
Azores. A hardy, rare conifer, slightly resem-
bling C. Deodara. Newly introduced. $1 each.
C. Deodara. The DEODAR, or GREAT CEDAR of
the Himalayas. Succeeds well in Florida.
Probably identical with the Cedar of Lebanon ;
sometimes called by this name. 50 cents each.
CEPHALOTAX0US Fortunei. FoRTUNE’S CLUSTER-
FLOWERED YEw. A dwarf Chinese conifer
| reaching only 6 or 8 feet inheight. Dark green.
handsome leaves and good habit. Succeeds
universally over Southern States. Small
plants, 25 cents.
| CRYPTOMERIA Japonica. ‘‘ The Suc, or JAPANESE
CEDAR. Japan and Northern China. The
largest tree in Japan, the trunk attaining 35 feet
in circumference, and 120 feet in height. Stem
long, clear, of perfect straightness; it 1s also
grown for hedges; in Japanit yields the most
esteemed timber, scented like that of Cedrela.”’
Of particular use in ornamental plantings on
well drained soils (especially light or sandy
= soils). Small plants, 20 cents each, $1.50 per
Araucaria excelsa. dozen ; larger plants, 50 cents and 75 cents.
CONIFERS. Ls
CUPRESSUS. The Cypress. A genusofthe most | RETINOSPORA, continued.
beautiful trees, varying in size from small to Glaucous green on under side of foliage and
large, in ultimate height. Particularly suited rich green above. One of the best. 50 cents
to Florida, magnificent specimens being found each, $5 per dozen.
in war iods parts ofthe state. We have a choice R. squarrosa. Decidedly different from above,
stock.
having a blue tinge. 50 cents and $1 each.
THUJA aurea. GOLDEN-TINTED ARBOR-VIT.
Small plants, 25 cents each.
T., Hovey’s Golden. From open ground; good
young plants. 50 cents each.
T., Meehan’s Golden. Large ; from open ground.
C. funebris,. FUNEREAL CypREss, from China.
Leaves are yellowish green, and branches pen-
dulous, forming a very graceful tree of 50 feet
in height under favorable conditions. 1 year
plants, 15 cents each, $1.50 per dozen.
C. Lawsoniana. A large, graceful tree, growing
100 fect high, from the Shasta and Scots valleys, $1 each.
California. A hardy variety, with drooping T. compacta. A very dense-headed sort, with
branches, the young ends curled like an ostrich flat growths, opening like the leaves of a book.
feather. 30 cents each, $3 per dozen; I year Very choice sort. 20 and 35 cents each.
old, 20 cents each, $2 per dozen. T. occidentalis, AMERICAN ARBOR-VITZ, OF
C. sempervirens. Cypress of Western Asia and “White Cedar.’’ A large bush, or tree of fine
. . = b
sou aeen Europe. A favorite tree in Moham- form and comparatively quick growth during
medan burial grounds, especially about Con- its earlier years. Specially valuable for hedges
stantinople. Famous for the great age which it in the far North, as it is very hardy. 1 year
attains, and the durability of its timber, which plants, 15 cents each, $1 per dozen.
is much used for musical instruments. ‘‘ Young
records the stem circumference of a Cypress at T. orientalis. CHINESE ARBOR-VIT#. Succeeds
Lago Maggiore as 54 feet, and this was known well in almost any location. Almost indispen-
even 600 years ago as a venerable tree.” — lon sable in decorative work of some kinds, and in
Wireilee. = ornamental hedge planting and general yard
10 to 12 inches high 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. | eee eer Fine plants, 10 to a2 inches, 1S
16to24 “ Oo 55 “6 nee kG cents each, $1 per dozen, $6 per 100; larger, 25
24t0 36 « & 3.50 “ | and 35 cents each. —
C. sempervirens horizontalis. Differs from above --S~ Write for prices for large lots.
only in the growth being horizontal, instead of © | dus] cS
upright. Same price as above, zz last, or
largest sizes, only (25 and 35 cents).
C. sempervirens pyramidalis. The PyrRAMID Cy- |
PRESS. One ofthe best ofthe group. Quick grow-
ing fora conifer. Same price as C. horizontialis.
C. torulosa. A very beautiful, pyramidal, hardy,
much-branchedtree. 50to75feet. Introduced
from the Himalayas in 1824. 1 year plants, 15
cents each, $1 per dozen.
Juniperus Bermudiana. The true BERMUDA
CEDAR, rare and almost extinct. A recent en-
graving of this may be seen in Garden and
Forest. Closely related to our Red Cedar. 50
cents each.
J. Virginiana. The native ‘‘RED CEDAR, ‘‘ found
over the greater part of the United States.
Small pot-plants, 25 cents each.
LIBOCEDRUS decurrens. WHITE CEDAR of Cali-
fornia, reaching in ultimate height 200 feet and
in stem circumference 25 feet. Admirably adap-
ted to tall hedges, and grows freely all over the
South, and in Florida sand. 25 cents each,
$2.50 per dozen.
RETINOSPORA. Japan CypREss. This isa most
interesting family of evergreens, mostly of
dwarf habit, and particularly suited to small
places. Many have yellow or white shades in
the foliage, which makes them very showy.
They transplant very easily.
R. plumosa. Shows plumes over the whole top,
and makes a dense, well-formed small tree. Chinese Arbor-vit Z.
New York, June, 7895.
Messrs. Reasoner- Bros.—\I have received the plants ordered ; they are, fine and I am well pleased withthem. Will
be pleased to recommend your stock. All your plants are healthy and growing.
ED. GRUBER.
GREENSBORO, ALA., July’, ’95.
Gentlemen—The Palms, etc., have just arrived, and [ cannot refrain from expressing to you immediately my appre-
ciation of the handsome plants. They are the nicest I have ever had forthe money. Wishing you success.
Sincerely, F. R. WARD, Jr.
ELMIRA, feb., 7895.
Gentlemen—My order came in good condition ; could not be better, considering the weather. It did not seem as if
they had been out of the pots an hour. When the weather mcdoerates will send you another order.
RICHARD BOYLE.
> SIERRA MADRE, CAL., April, 7895.
Gentlemen—I received, tc-day, plants according to my order, and found them satisfactory in all respects. Thanks for
those sent gratis. WILLARD L. FALES.
Vil.
Palms and Cycads.
“THE PRINCES OF THE VEGETABLE KINGDOM.”
‘For it is a joy for ever, a sight never to be forgotien, to have once seen Palms breaking
through, and, as it were, defying the soft, rounded forms of the broad-leaved vegetation by the
stern grace of their simple lines ; the immovable pillar-stems looking the more immovable beneath
the toss, and lash, and flicker of the long leaves, as they awake out of their sunlit sleep, and
rage impatiently for awhile before the mountain gusts, and fall asleep again, Like a Greek
statue in a luxurious drawing-room, sharp-cut, cold, virginal; shaming by the grandeur of
mere form the voluptuousness of mere color, however rich and harmonious; so stands the Palm
in the forest—to be worshipped rather than to be loved.’’—CHARLES KINGSLEY.
Palms form one of our specialties, and we grow many thousands of plants. They are all kept grow-
ing in pots, enabling them to be moved or transplanted at any-time, without trouble. We use zo heat,
and consequently our plants are in fit condition to be shipped every day in the year, and are healthy
and stocky. Those marked with an asterisk (*) are the more hardy species, being safe to plant outdoors
in South Florida, Southern California, and all along the lower boundary of our country. For outdoor
planting we recommend their being set in spring or summer, so that they may be established before cooler
weather.” Noclass of plants makes such a grand display as this, and to hurry specimens into large size,
no trouble should be spared in care. Make the soil very rich, by the use of azy manurial element. A
plant in open ground cannot be fertilized too heavily / Where dry, mulching and watering must be
attended to in their earlier stages ; later, they can take care of themselves !
ARECA lutescens. From India. A remarkably | ATTALEA, continued.
fine decorative Palm. Pinnate-leaved, and duplicate at base. The leaves are used for
very useful in all decorations. Foliage light thatching.’’—Sereno Watson. Illustrated in
green, and midribs and stems yellow ; without Frontispiece. Strong plants, $1 each.
thorns. Very choice for apartments, or any | BACTRIS horrida. Central America. A thorny
decorative work. See Frontispiece. Fine Palm, with pinnated fronds and pinnules of a
plants, about 18 inches high, 50 cents each; distinct form. Rare. $2 each.
larger, 75 cents and $1.
ACROCOMIA Havanensis(?). ‘‘Corojo PALM.’’
Cuba. $1 each.
*A,sclerocarpa. A hardy South American variety,
growing 30 feethigh. Very choice, and adapted
to Florida. Spiny, pinnate leaves. $1 each. |
ARENGA saccharifera. ‘The celebrated SUGAR
Pato of India. ‘‘ This Palm attains a height of
40 feet. The black fibers of the leaf-stalks are
adapted for cables and ropes intended to resist
wet very long; the juice is converted into toddy
orsugar; the young kernels are made withsyrvp
into preserves. This Palm dies as soon as it
has produced its fruit; the stem then becomes
hollow, and is used for spouts and troughs of
greatdurability. The pithsupplies sago, about
150 pounds from a tree.’’— Von Mueller. Pin-
nate-leaved. Strong plants, $3 each.
ATIALEA Cohune (Cocos lapidea). Guatemala.
‘This is the most conspicuous Palm on the
bottom-lands of the Chocon river and along the
Rio Dulce, and probably attains the largest size
of any native species in Guatemala. It is
known as the COHUNE, MONACO or COROZO
PALM, these names being variously applied to
difterent stages of its growth. The blade ofthe
leaf is 15 to 20 feet long, vertical in position,
and describing a most graceful curve, its nu-
merous divisions entirely distinct (an inch broad
or more, and an inch or two apart), and con- Caryota urens. (See page 27.)
tne —=
Rigel) 1
ape
PALMS AND CYCADS. 27
Cnhamerops excelsa.
CARYOTA urens. The KITTUL, JAGGERY, WINE
or Toppy PALM of India derives its name from
the wine and sugar made from the flower-spikes.
The tree is said to be large and very beautiful.
The species of this genus are favorites in culti-
vation, as this is one of the few with bipinnate
leaves. There are but few Palms with these
queer leaves, Wallichia and Martinezia being
the only other genera represented in our entire
collection. Strangers first noticing specimens
having perfectly formed leaves remark that
‘“some one has been trimming those leaves
with scissors.’’ Fine plants, 25 cents, 50 cents,
$1 and $3 each. ;
*CHAMZEROPS excelsa (7rachycarpus). From
- Southern China and Japan. Very hardy, hav-
ing stood three degrees Fahrenheit with but
slight covering. One of the very best Palms
for house-culture in cool climates, forming a
fine specimen, standing il] usage remarkably
well. Very handsome palmate leaves. 15 and
25 cents each.
*C. humilis, The dwarf FAN-PALm of Southern
Europe, Northern Africa and Southwest Asia.
A very hardy and desirable Palm. Good plants,
25 and 50 cents each.
=C. humilisXhystrix. Choice garden hybrid, of
Florida origin. A few only. 25 cents each,
$2.50 per dozen.
*C, farinosa. A distinct and hardy form. 25 cents
each, $2 per dozen.
*€. hystrix (Rhapidophyllum hystrix. Wend.).
‘“A stemless species, growing sparingly on
moist spots in portions of Florida and lower
Georgia. The leaf, of a green above and sil-
very grey below, is deeply slit into narrow rib-
bons, the points of which, spurred on the one
side, are slightly bifid, and the edges of the
slender petioles are roughened with minute
prickles. It is a beautiful leaf.”’—Z. H. Hazt.
This is one of the most hardy of Palms, and in
European catalogues is priced extremely high.
Small seedlings, 20 cents each; larger plants,
showing character, I to 2 feet, 50 to 75 cents
each. Specimens 2%, 3 and 4 feet high, $3, f5
and $6 each. Well furnished with fine leaves.
*C. littoralis. Small plants of this hardy Palm,
only, 20 cents each, $2 per dozen.
*C, robusta. A sub-variety of C. humilis.
50 cents each.
*COCOS australis. This beautiful and hardy Palm,
from Southern Brazil and Uruguay, is at home
along our Gulf Coast, and, in fact, all our
Southern border from Florida to California.
Leaves pinnate, blue-green, and recurved;
tree attains a height of 25 to 35 feet. 30 cts. each.
*C. Alphonsii. ‘‘BELAIR PALM.’’ Somewhat sim-
ilar to C. australis ,with edible fruits. Very
hardy, but of slow growth. 50 cents each.
*C. campestris. Hardy, feathery-leaved species.
30 cents each.
COCOS, continued.
*C, coronata. A slender Palm, reaching 30 feet in
height. Very fine and feathery foliage ; of quick
growth like plumosa. $1 and $2.
*C, Gertneri. Of the australis type.
35 cents each.
C. nucifera. The CocoOA-NUT PALM. Well known
for its nuts, oil and fiber. Intratropic around
the globe, and extending outside of the tropics
in many cases. Found wild at Biscayne Bay
and on some of the Florida Keys. Thousands
of trees are being planted out on the Keys and
up along Indian River, also along the west
coast. Will bear but little frost, and is only
available as an ornamental plant north of Char-
lotte Harbor. If by mail,$1 each. By express
or freight, 50 cents each, $5 per dozen.
*¢. plumosa. Found to be perfectly hardy any-
where in South Florida. A very beautiful,
quick-growing, gracefultree, withlong, pinnate
leaves, and grey, ringed trunk. A handsome
specimen is illustrated on opposite page.
Specimens at 6 years of age attained a height
of 18 to 20 feet. Grand for avenue purposes in
sub-tropicregions. Reaches 50 feet ultimately.
50 cents each, $5 per dozen.
*C. Romanzoffiana. Resembles the above very
closely. Perhaps not so hardy. 75 cents each.
C. Weddeliana. A most elegant Palm, adapted
for decorations of allsorts. The plant is dwarf
and neat; leaves whitish green on under side,
and arching out gracefully. Adapted for table
use especially, being sosmalland perfect. Not
hardy here outdoors, we think. 50 cents each,
$5 per dozen.
C. yatai. Another hardy species of the C. aus-
tralistype. 30 cents each.
*CORYPHA Australis. ‘‘The best of the foreign
Fan-Palms is Covyvpha (Livistona) australis,
of Australia, which grows rapidly, attains a
height of 100 feet, and is nearly as hardy as our
cabbage palmetto.’’—Z. H. Hart. ‘“‘A fan-
leaved Palm of great beauty. Being of robust
constitution ; withstands without injury a low
temperature; it is well suited for the decoration
of apartments. The fan-like leaves are dark
green, supported upon brown petioles, which
are armed at their edges with stout spines.’’—
20 cents, 35 cents and $1 each.
0. elata. A rare species from India. 40 cents
each, $4 per dozen.
CYCAS circinalis. An elegant East Indian sort,
sometimes having leaves 6 to 12 feet long.
Introduced into Europe in 1800, and always a
very scarce plant. $5 each.
*C. revoluta. The so-called SAGO-PALM. Per-
fectly hardy in Florida. Of slow growth, and
very beautiful. Sometimes called the Japanese
Fern Palm. The trunks of Cycas admit of
translocation, even at an advanced age, and
like the stems of many kinds of tree-ferns, they
can be shipped on very long voyages, packed
as dead goods in closed wood cases, deprived
Hardy.
Livistona rotundifolia.
(See page 29.)
28 REASONER BROS., ONECO, FLORIDA.
Phentx sylvestris. Hardy Palms 1n Florida. Cocos plumosa.
CYCAS, continued. *DION edule. Arare Mexican Cycad. The leaves
of leaves and soil, for subsequent revivalin con” | are blue-green, sword-shaped, and the pinne
servatories. The leaves of this Palm are much | very sharp. They resemble yeas Crevo/u/a,
used by florists in the arrangement of funeral and produce many seeds, from which starch is
work. Of great value for scenic planting. | obtained. The plant is very handsome and
Perfectly hardy in South and Middle Florida, | ornamental in appearance. $1 and $2 each.
and even as far North along the coast as Savan- | ENCEPHALARTOS. ‘‘ Cycadaceous plants, allied
nah. Probably the best known of all Cycads, | to the Cycas, andthe most conspicuous and odd
and one of the grandest decorative plants in in form of all Palm-like plants ; very showy for
the world. We havea verv fine, clean stock | Palm-houses and conservatories—even small
of plants in all sizes. Our Frontispiece shows specimens show their peculiar habit.’—A. A.
a fine Cycas near a group of Ravenalas. 15 Siebrechi. :
cents each, $1.50 per dozen; larger, 25 cents ; *E. Caffra. ‘‘ This is the species from which the |
each, ¥2.50per dozen. Selected ones, 50 cents, Kaffir tribes of South Africa make the caffer
75 cents, $1, $2, $3, $4 and $5 each. bread. From the summit of the massive trunk
DICTYOSPERMA. A genus of Palms commonly arise the leaves, which are pinnate, three to
included with Areca. Pinnate-leaved; hand- 4 feet long.’’ Price of large plants, $10 each.
some, and of rapid growth. E. brachyphyllus. ‘‘ The whole plant has a bluish-
D. alba. Light-green leaves. 50 cents to $1.50 green tinge, paleron the under side. This is
each. a very handsome species, with somewhat of the
D. rubra. Dark-green leaves, with red edges. habit of Cyveas revoluta.’’ Large specimens,
Handsome. 75 cents to S1.soeach. $25 each. Nice small plants, #3 each.
is: b 5
PALMS AND CYCADS. 29
A Phenix Palm 5 years old, on our grounds.
ENCEPHALARTOS, continued.
E. villosus. ‘‘ This is a very handsome plant.
The petioles and scales of the stem are clothed
with a dense tomentum. Both sides of the
leaves are bright green.’’ Cannot state whether
these last two sorts are hardy outdoors here or
not. Good specimens, $15 and $25 each.
GLAZIOVA insignis (Cocos). Very handsome dec-
orative Palm, having dark green,pinnate leaves,
with a dense grey or reddish tomentum on un-
der side. Choice and rare. 50 cents each.
GUILIELMA speciosa. South America. The Piri-
JAO, or PEACH PALM of the Amazon. ‘‘ This
most picturesque and elegant Palm has a slen-
der, cylindrical stem, thickly set with long
needle shaped spines, disposed in rings or
*bands. It reaches a height of 60 feet, and
grows quite erect, though in exposed situations
it becomes curved and waving. The leaves
are very numerous, terminal, pinnate and
drooping, forming a nearly spherical crown to
the stem. And the leaflets, growing out of the
midrib in various directions, and being them-
selves curled and waved, give the whole mass
of foliage asingularly plumy appearance. The
fruit is the size of an apricot, of a triangular
oval shape, and fine reddish yellow color.’’—
Wallace. The fruit is edible, and in most cases
is simply a farinaceous mass without seed—a
mark of long cultivation. Nice plants, $2 each.
HYOPHORBE Verschaffeltii. From Mauritius. A
tall-growing, graceful, pinnate-leaved Palm,
having yellow stems and midribs. Very dis-
tinct and ornamental, even when small. Will
bear little frost. ‘‘ The Palms comprising this
genus are all massive and elegant objects, well
deserving cultivation.”’—B. S. Williams. $1.50 |
to $5 each. ‘
HYPHENE Natalensis. Very rare Palm from
South Africa, allied to the famed branching
Doom-Palm of Nubia. $15 each.
KENTIA Forsteriana. (Howea.) UMBRELLA PALM
from Lord Howe’s Island. Beautiful pinnate-
leaved Palm, of great value in decorations.
Resembles Areca lutescens, but darker green.
Young plants, 30cts. each; larger, 50c. and $1.
LIVISTONA rotundifolia. A most elegant Fan-
Palm, of dwarf and delicate habit, especially
valuable for table decoration. Leaves are
closely set and gracefully recurved. $1 each.
*LATANIA Borbonica (Zivistona Sinensis, L.
Mauritiana). The CHINESE FAN-PALM. South
China. The most popular Palm in cultivation
for decorative work, and perhaps deservedly
*LATANIA, continued.
so, as it stands neglect well, a considerable
amount of cold, and is one of the handsomest of
the Fan-Palms. The palm-leaf fans of com-
merce are made from the leaves of this species.
The Palm will be more beautiful when young,
with a richer, darker green foliage, if grown in
partial shade, but with age it will stand any ex-
posure without yellowing, and ultimately attain
a great size. 15, 25 and 50 cents each; larger
(2 feet), 75 cents and $1 each.
L. Commersonii. An elegant Fan-Palm from
Mauritius. Leaves are deeply divided, the
segments finely toothed, edged with a dark
chocolate red, same color extending to the
petioles. A well-grown plant makes a rich
appearance. Rare. $2and $3 each.
LICUALA elegans. A superb tropical Fan-Palm,
dwarf, and eminently suited for jardinteres.
Leaves deeply divided. $1 each.
MARTINEZIA Caryotefolia. ‘‘New Grenada. An
elegant greenhousespecies, the foliage of which
resembles the Caryotas, or Fish-Tail Palms ;
but unlike them, the petioles and veins of the
pinne are armed with strong black spines.”’
Fine young plants, $1 each ; specimens, $1.50,
$2 and $3 each.
OREODOXA regia.
of the Mountains.’’
ROYAL PaLtm. The “Glory
The Palma real of the
Spanish West Indies. One of the grandest of
pinnate-leaved Palms. ‘‘Close by the cotton-
tree stood another giant of the forest, rivaling
the former in height, but differing from it as an
arrow fromits bow. Straight as a lance it rose
to the height of a hundred feet. It was branch-
less as a column of polished malachite or
marble up to its high summit, where its green,
feather-like fronds, radiating outward, drooped
gracefully over, like a circlet of reflexed ostrich
plumes. ‘The ‘noble mountain cabbage’ of
Jamaica, the kingly Oreodoxa.’’—WMayne Reid.
The Royal Palm stands light frosts unharmed,
but the freeze of January, ’86, was fatal to good-
sized plants in this latitude. Native in several
localities of extreme South Florida. Three
trees once stood on Cape Sable, visible 18 miles
out at sea, but were destroyed by the gale of
1872. The Royal Palms of Cape Romain reach
a height of 150 feet. Valuable as a decorative
Palm. Our nurseries were named from some fine
specimens of this Palm—and royal indeed it
is—which were growing here luxuriantly before
the great freeze of 1886. Our ‘‘ trade-mark ”’
shows a miniature picture ofa Royal Palm.
ss
Phenix Canariensis. (See page 30.)
REASONER BROS., ONECO, FLORIDA.
5 ey Ss
Phenix Leonensis.
OREODOXA, continued.
Small plants (three plants together in each pot
to make more foliage), 15 cents each, $1.50 per
dozen. Larger than these canznot be mailed
without breaking the foliage. 2-3 feet, 35 cts.;
3 feet, 50 cents; 332-4 feet, $1 each.
0., sp. from Demerara. (British Guiana.) This
comes from the Royal Botanic Gardens, and as
yetisunnamed. $1 each.
PHENIX. The Date Patms. We unhesitatingly
recommend the genus Phcenix for the most
extensive cultivation in the open air in the lower
South, and for the conservatory and greenhouse
North. All are of exceedingly rapid growth
comparatively, are strong, healthy and beauti-
ful Palms, bearing several degrees of frost in
most cases, and standing a great deal of neglect.
Photographs taken of some of our plants are
here shown in engravings. :
*Pp, acaulis. -Tne STEMLESS DATE PALM. 25
cents each.
=P Canariensis. One of the finest and most
hardy. Native of the Canary Islands. This
Palm is perfectly at home and matures fruit in
Florida. Attains large size. Small plants, 15
cents each, $1.50 per dozen. Larger, 30 cents
and 50 cents each.
*Pp. dactylifera. The common DaTE PaLmM of
North Africa and Southern Asia. This species
has produced fruit on Cumberland Island and
in St. Augustine for many years; is well adapted
to the soil of Florida. It ordinarily reaches an
age of 10 to 20 years before producing fruit,
but we have known rare instances of trees
3.and 4 years old producing fruit. According
to Von Mueller, trees from 100 to 200 years old
continue to produce their annual crops of fruit,
and it is asserted that in the monastic garden
of Bordighera (Italy) there exist living speci-
mens of the Date Palm planted over a thousand
years ago. 15 cents each, $1.50 per dozen.
*P, farinifera (P. pusilla), India and South
China. Said to stand the climate of Southern
France without protection. Berry shining
black, with sweet, mealy pulp. Leaves of a
deeper green than the common date. A kind
of sago-like substance is obtained from the
trunk by the natives of Hindostan, which is
used for food, hence the name, /arinifera.
20 cts. each, $2 per dozen; larger, 75 cts. each.
*P, humile. A new and but little known species.
Small grower. 30cents each.
*P, Leonensis. Remarkably choice, upright grow-
PHENIX, continued.
ing plant. One of our finest specimens is of this
species. Grows very rapidly, and makes the
very largest sized trees. Trunks are of im-
mense size, sometimes larger than a flour bar-
rel. Specially fine variety for avenue. Good
plants, 25 cents each, $2 per dozen. Very
small, 15 cents each, $1 per dozen.
*P, Natalensis. South African species of distinct
habit. Small plants, 20 cents each, $2 per doz.
*P. Natalensis variegata. White variegated form
of above species. Rare. Small plants, $1 each.
*P. paludosa. The Swamp DaTE. Martaban.
A stout, not very tall species. Nice small
plants, 25 cents each, $2.50 per dozen.
*P. pumila, A handsome and remarkably quick
grower ; will grow in any well-fertilized soil,
and though not as hardy as P. sylvestris or P.
dactylifera, stands our climate well. Young
plants, 20 cents each, $2 per dozen. Larger,
35 cents each, $3 per dozen. Selected, 50 cents
and 75 cents each.
P. rupicola. Himalaya. ‘‘This is one of the
most exquisitely graceful among Palms, and
in elegance takes a similar place to that of
Cocos Weddeliana. It is of acaulescent habit,
with wide-spreading, arching, pinnate leaves;
a most valuable acquisition.’’—.Sau/. One of
the tenderest species of the genus, but rarely
injured by cold in South Florida. Fine plants,
35 cents each, $3.50 per dozen. Selected, 50
cents each.
*P, reclinata. Natal and Zululand. This species
produces an edible fruit; leaves gracefully
reclinate. Very hardy. Cannot be too much
planted for avenue or lawnuse. Also grown
largely as a pot-plant for the house. We have
a very large and fine stock. Large plants, 4o
cents each, $4 per dozen. Selected specimens,
50 cents, 75 cents and $1 each.
*P, sylvestris. Bengal and Ceylon. The WILD
DATE. Very hardy and fast-growing. About
4o feet in height, ultimately. Berries yellowish
or reddish. A very useful species, the leaves
being used for mats, ropes and baskets, and
the sap furnishing the Palmsugar. Thetreeis
first tapped when about 10 years old, and there-
after for from 20 to50 years. One plant will
produce, it is said, about 8 pounds of date sugar
annually. 50,000 tons of sugar are produced in
Bengal alone, annually, from this and other
Palms. See Frontispiece. 50 cents each,
$5 per dozen.
Phentx reciinata.
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~PALMS AND €YCADS.
Driveway through Sabal Palmettoes at Royal Palm
LVurseries.
PHENIX, continued.
*P, tenuis. A rather dwarf species, especially
adapted (like vzpicola) for pot culture. A fine
Palm for decorative effects. 35 cents each.
*PHENIX PALMS in variety, showing true white
variegation, aveexceedingly rare, and we have
been fortunate enough to obtain a very few.
Some good, healthy plants, from 10 to 18 inches
high, can be supplied at $5 to $10 each.
*PRITCHARDIA filamentosa (Brahea filamentosa,
Washingtonia jfilifera). The FAN- PALM of
Southern California. Attains a height of 50 feet,
is very hardy and handsome, and succeeds well
in Florida. Almost too large and coarse for
the house. 15 cents and 30 cents each.
P. Pacifica. A rare, tropical Fan-Palm, of ex-
ceeding beauty. Leaves are large and droop-
ing, of light green color. Very desirable for a
‘pot-plant, or for outdoors in situations free from
frost. 50 cents each.
PTYCHOSPERMA Alexandre. ALEXANDER PALM.
A beautiful, smooth, pinnate-leaved Palm from
Eastern Archipelago. $1 each.
*“RHAPIS flabelliformis. China and Japan. A
hardy little cane Palm, which suckers from the
roots like the Bamboo, and forms a dense
clump of canes. A delicate and graceful little
plant, only 3 or 4 feet in height when full-grown.
Specimens only (not mailable), $2 to $3 each.
*SABAL Adansonii (Corypha minor). The DWARF
PALMETTO of Georgia and Florida. Thestem
is short, very slow growing, and entirely under
ground. Leaves ofa dark, rich green, reaching
a height of four to six feet, with smooth-edged
petioles, in which they differ from the Saw
Palmetto. The graceful flower-spike rises
above the leaves to a height of six or seven
feet. This Palm resists severe cold unharmed,
even as low as Io to 17 degrees Fahrenheit.
Small plants only, 15 cents each, $1 per dozen.
*§, Blackburniana, ‘‘ This species, when mature,
produces leaves of immense size, plaited and
divided at the margins into narrow, pendent
segments of a blue-green color, saving the
center of the leaf close to the ligule, and there
occurs a large triangular blotch or mark of
yellowish white. It is admirably suited for a
window plant when small, and for the subtrop-
ical garden. Native of the West Indies.’’—
B.S. Williams. 30 cents each, $3 per dozen.
*S. longipedunculata. A stemless species, some-
sins oats ial
| SABAL, continued.
what resembling S. Adansonii, with flower-
spikes extending far above the leaves. This
Palm, and many exotic species of Sabal, may
be seen in perfection in the fine collection of
Palms belonging to Mr. E. H. Hart, of Federal
Point, Florida. A very choice Palm for deco-
rative use. Should be planted in Florida, as it
is different from our native Sabals. 20 cents
each, $2 per dozen. Larger plants, showing
character leaves. 50 cents each, $5 per dozen.
*§, Mexicana. A robust grower, which seems un-
like other varieties, even while young. Found
wild at or near Brownsville, Texas. A very
large Palm, more stocky than our Palmetto.
Not common, 50 cents each, $5 per dozen.
*§, minor, Probably closely related to S. Adan-
sonit, and a small, low grower. 4ocents each.
*§, Palmetto. The CABBAGE PALMETTO. Famous
from well-known historical associations, and for
the imperishability of its wood under water.
’ Gulf and Atlantic coasts of the Southern States,
also extending tothe Bermudas. It exception-
ally, with great age, attains a height of 80 to 90
feet. Until it reaches 10 to 20 feet in height, the
_ bases of the leaf-stalks remain upon the trunk,
forming a unique chevaux de frise, adding
much toits picturesqueness. As the tree ad-
vances in age its growth is slow, and the leaf-
stalks fall off, leaving a rough trunk of 8 to 10
inches in diameter. This Palm, when pot-
grown, is valuable for greenhouse culture at
the North. We grow many thousand small
plants of this Palm. 10 cents each, 85 cents per
dozen; larger plants, 25 cents each, $2 per doz.
*§. princeps. Young plants, 40 cents each.
*§, umbraculifera. Like S. Blackburniana, ex-
cept in color, which is dark green, while the
latter is glaucous under leaves. A rare plant.
40 cents each, $4 per dozen.
SEAFORTHIA elegans (Piychosperma Cunning-
hamii). A most graceful plant, eminently
adapted for decorative purposes. Quite well
known the world over for its feathery elegance
and graceful character. The pinnate leaves
are 2to 1o feet in length, dark green and per-
fectly smooth. 50 cents, 75 cents and $1 each.
*SERENOA serrulata.: The SAw PALMETTO. A
creeping species—too well known in Florida,
but valued for pot-culture in the North, and in
European greenhouses. A beautiful Fan-Palm,
Small plants from pots, 15 cents each.
Sabal longipedunculata.
REASONER BROS., ONECO, FLORIDA.
Crown of Serenoz serrulata, used for decoration, gust as we send out.
SERENOA, continued.
It is not generally known, but the “‘ crowns”’
of this Palm (whole tops cut off, without roots,
only part of stem) are largely used for decora-
tion of apartments, conservatories, halls, etc.,
all over the United States. We cut these
““crowns,’’ tie the leaves closely, and pack as
with any other plant. Upon receipt by the pur-
chaser, they are immediately opened up and
“potted ’’ in jardinieres, pails or pots, with the
drainage holes tightly closed. Some sand or
other soil is used, with moss on top, to keep the
stem Steady, and the whole kept saturated con-
stantly. Sprinkle foliage occasionally, to keep
from drying, and also keep out of any strong
sunshine. They will keep for months—in fact,
about all winter, and sometimes longer, if in
the shade. Each plantisa perfect specimen,
of from 6 toa dozen nice leaves, resembling
Latanias, and from 3 to 5 feet high. They
make a grand appearance, and stand sharp
freezing without injury. We pack them in
special large lots for Christmas and Palm Sun-
day. Try afew; club with your friends, and
have them shipped by freight. It costs as
much to pack one plant asa dozen. They are
heavy—weighing 10 to 15 pounds each; some
are lighter. Two plants, packed, $1; 6 plants,
$1.75; 12 plants, $3; 100 plants, $20.. Any
quantity over 12 plants will be sent for 20
cents each.
Leaves of this Palm (Serenoa) are largely
used, also. We cut with stems about a foot
long usually (they can be had longer). 50 leaves,
packed, for $1 ; 100 leaves, $2 ; 1,000 leaves, $15.
Large quantities should go by freight, small
lots by express; we cannot mail them.
*STANGERIA paradoxa. A rare Cycad from Natal,
South Africa. The leaves are extremely deli-
cate and fern-like. In cultivation it requires
the same treatment as Zamia and Encepha-
lartos. Strong plants, $10 to $15 each.
THRINAX Barbadensis, A small-topped, slender-
trunked Palmfrom Barbadoes and neighboring
islands. The leaves ofthis are used in immense
quantities by good Catholics all over Europe.
The leaves are cut and dried, shipped, and on
arrival in Europe silvered or gilded, in which
condition they last for years. This is a rare
Palm incultivation, andis very beautiful. $1 ea.
T. parviflora. The Prickty THATCH. West
Indies and extreme South Florida. A most
beautiful Fan-Palm, withslender, graceful stem
and leaves. Attains a final height of 30 feet.
25 cents each, $2.50 per dozen.
WALLICHIA. This genus of splendid Palms resem-
bles in habit the Caryotas. They do not grow
to any great height, but their thick and grace-
ful habit renders them especially valuable as
decorative Palms.
W. disticha. This is the best of the genus, and
is very handsome. Fine plants, 18 to 24 inches
high, of decorative character, 75 cents each,
$7.50 per dozen; very small, 35 cents each.
*ZAMIA integrifolia. A beautiful Cycad, knownin
South Florida as ‘‘Comptie,’’ or ‘‘ Coontie.”’
The Seminoles produce starch from the stems,
which is extensively used in puddings in Key
West and elsewhere. A considerable business
is being made of gathering plants for the above
purpose An elegant plant for the window and
conservatory, and being largely sold for this
purpose. Fine plants, 15 cents each, $1.50 per
dozen ; larger, from 25 cents to $2 each.
COLLECTION NO, 1.—Ten (10) Palms, all different, in nice, small plants, sure to grow, sent by mail
to any address for $1.
COLLECTION NO, 2.—Ten (10) Palms, different, in larger sizes than above, sent by mail for $2.
COLLECTION NO. 3.—Five (5) Palms, all different, showing character, and ready for immediate
decorative effect, for $2.50.
JES State whether wanted for outdoor planting or for pots.
We will made a suitable selection:
JS Above offers are of Palms of our choice only. — 7
J As all Palms are pot-grown, they may be set in open ground a/ any time, or shipped to any
distance safely.
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Rapes Mey
CEREUS. This genus contains species having im-
Vill.
Cacti.
‘* Grotesqueness of form or habit is rarely found in combination with fioral beauty in the
vegetable world. Yet no family affords more remarkable examples of this union of widely
When the brilliantly
divergent qualities than the great and peculiar Cactus order.
colored rose, crimson, purple or yellow flowers were seen, the observer would be led to the
conclusion that while the plant was advancing to so high a degree of floral beauty, one porticn
of tls comstitution must have been strangely altered and stunted ty some external long-continued
forces. * * * They are easily grown; so easily, in fact, that the cottager who can devote a
small space to them in his window may, and often does, grow many of them as successfully as
the greatest magnate in Europe, with all the most elaborate horticultural appliances at his
command.’’—LeEwis CASTLE.
ANHALONIUM Williamsii. ‘‘ Plains of Texasand | CEREUS, continued.
Mexico. This singular plant will not be sought C. giganteus.
but should be in
every collection of
rare and unique
plants. It is not
unlike a carrot in pearance to all places in which they are
shape, 2% inches planted. The flowers are about 3 inches across,
in diameter at the white, and followed by fruits which resemble
top, 6to8 inches in green cucumbers, and when ripe burst open,
length, dark glau- showing the brilliant red pulp containing seeds.
cous greenin color, A grand lot, imported recently, are offered in
the top depressed ‘perfect specimens: 1 foot high (weighing about
and irregularly | 5 pounds each), $2; 15 to 1S inches, $3 ; 18 to 24
furrowed. Flowers inches, $5 and £6; 24 to 30inches, $10. They
pale rose or flesh are bargains at these prices ; are fregent/y sold
ceaton”? > Mrs for double ! ;
Nickels. Strong C. splendens. South Florida Keys. CANDLE
plants, 3octs.each. | Cactus. It is of upright or partiaily recumbent
A. prismaticum. | growth, night-blooming ; flowersstraw-colored,
“Thisexceedingly | rich and creamy,5 or 6 inches in diameter.
rare plant well de- | Stems frequently attain a length of 15 or 20 feet,
serves the first 1¥%4 to3 inches in diameter. Fruit bright red
Sue TT, ie place in our cata- when ripe; spherical; sometimes eaten. This
Cereus variabilis. logue. Descrip- is the most satisfactory of all the Cereito us,
: tion and illustra- | and we recom- Lh frig
tion seem alike inadequate to give a correct mend it to our /
idea of the plant’s oddity and beauty. It requires patrons.
very little attention, and will grow and bloom to $1 each.
in any sitting-room without being watered fora | ¢, triangularis.
longtime. Found on the mountains of Mexico,
where it attains a size of 12 inches in diameter.
The center of the plant is covered witha dense | Mexico,
woolly growth. The flowers are large; petals |
of asilvery white, and arranged in four rows; |
very attractive.’— A. Blanc, Fine plants, | this Cactus are
$1 each. used as aningre-
mense flowers of great beauty and fragrance.
They are tall and upright, or climbing plants, were in the cele-
and are quick-growing. brated ‘‘ pepper-
C. colubrinus. Upright- growing, but slender; | pot,’’ ofthe West
night-blooming flowers, white and lemon-yel- | Indies.
low, 4to6inches across. Very fine. $1 each. | fruit is knownas
“Strawberry
Pear,’’ and con-
tains a pleasant,
duced, and pure white in color, resembling a | sweet pulp, en-
water-lily. 25 cents each. closing
€. grandiflorus. The NiGHT-BLOOMING CEREUS.
From West Indies and Mexico. Flowers very
fragrant, often a foot in diameter, freely pro-
The STRAW-
BERRY PEAR.
Indies.
scaly buds of
dient in soups,
as formerly they
The SAGUARRO.
Z
‘““No stranger
after by those who phase Of vegetation can be conceived than that
desire only the formed by the Giant Cereus in the parts of
beautifulinnature, Mexico where it abounds, for these enormous
columns of vegetahle matter have been recorded
as attaining the height of 60 feet, andspecimens
40 to 50 feet high are of frequent occurrence.’’
Plants in all stages givea distinguished ap-
34 REASONER BROS., ONECO, FLORIDA
Some fine Cactt of easy growth,
CEREUS, continued.
ous black seeds. It very rarely produces fruit
in Florida, though flowering abundantly. The
blossom is one of the handsomest of the night-
blooming Cereus, white and straw-colored, 8
inches in diameter. First brought to Florida
and New Orleans 50 years ago by Dr. Perrin ;
valuable. 25 cents each.
C. variabilis. South Florida and West Indies.
Upright and scrambling. Stem stout, I to 3
inches in diameter, 3 to 6-sided. Spines few,
but very stout and long; flowers handsome,
white, nocturnal. A most rapid grower ; free-
flowering, and very desirable. 20to 50 cts. ea.
ECHINOCACTUS. The HEDGEHOG Cactus. Genus
is one of the largest in the whole family, and
some of the species are the most handsome and
curious forms in the section of Cacti. We offer
ECHINOCACTUS, continued.
a limited assortment only,
but they are the very best:
E. bicolor. A fine plant, with
spines in various colors—
yellow, amber and red. The
tlowers are large, of a purple
color. Astriking form. 4oc.
E. Capricornis. One of the
most distinct Cacti. The
seems at all like a plant un-
til the handsome flowers,
which are large and yellow,
are produced. This is quite
rare. 75 cents to $2.50.
E. setispinus. PINEAPPLE
Cactus. Acharming variety,
of very neat appearance.
The short spines are white,
and thickly cover the plant.
Flowers lemon-yellow, about
2 inches across, and borne in
profusion. 25 cts. to$1 each.
E. Texensis. DEvIL’s PIN-
CusHION. Plant is globose,
covered with broad, stout
spines, which are somewhat
recurved over the _ sides.
Flowers are rose-colored, 2
inches across, freeiy pro-
duced. A splendid plant.
25 cents, 50 cents and $1.
E, Wislicenii. From Arizona.
The FisH - Hook CAcrws,
and sometimes called
STRAWBERRY CACTUS. A
handsome and large sort,
covered with stout, wide
spines of brilliant rose color.
The points are cured and
used by Indians for fish-
hooks. A free bloomer. 50
cents and $1 each.
ECHINOCEREUS, A genus of
handsome plants, all being
large and fine bloomers,
many bearing brilliant flow-
ers 4 inches in diameter, and
delightfully fragrant. A most
attractive genus.
E. Berlandieri, Dwarf-grow-
ing, forming large clusters in
age. The flowers are sweet-
scented, and purple in color.
25 cents.
E. cespitosus. From Texas.
A neat grower and bloomer.
Flowers bright magenta, and
1% inches wide. 3o0cts. each.
E. enneacanthus, A branching
sort, usually 6 inches or over
in height. Very floriferous,
producing quantities of reddish purple flowers
3 inches long. Spines short and yellow. Con-
sidered one of the best bloomers of the Echino-
cerel. 25 and 50cents each.
E, pectinatus. ‘‘ The best and finest bloomer of
all the Echinocerei; blooms profusely when
quite young, and makes valuable plants, as
well as large clusters, which often bear 4o to 50
flowers at one time.’’—A. Blanc. Charming
variety, which thrives anywhere. 25 cts. each.
ECHINOPSIS Mulleri. A very rare California Cac-
tus, allied to the Echinocactus. Easily grown,
and specially recommended for the amateur.
Beautiful flowers. Fine plants, 30 cents each.
MAMMILLARIA. These are beautiful plants, hav-
,ing spines of all colors. The flowers are pretty,
and are followed by scarlet seed-pods (little
berries), which give a pleasing effect.
rigid structure scarcely.
Ma fan Sieger
a
CACTI. ee
Phyllocactus latifrons.
MAMMILLARIA, continued.
M. decipiens. A fine bloomer. _Flowers large
and yellow, staying in perfection several days.
Few spines. 20 cents each.
M. Grahami. <A miniature Fish-Hook Cactus,
scarcely ever reaching a foot in height. Spines
white and brown, lacing over the whole plant.
A good bloomer, and very desirable. From
Arizona. 25 cents to $1.50 each.
M. Heyderi, var. applanata. A neat, round form,
bearing pretty flowers, which are followed by |
red berries, staying on the plant sometimes a
year. A good grower. 20 cents each.
M. pusilla, ‘‘ Mexico and West Indies. A rapid-
growing little plant, with yellowish white flow-
ers, produced in profusion, followed by scarlet
club-shaped berries, which remain on the plant
till the next season.’’—J/7s. Nickels. 25 cents.
OPUNTIA, The Opuntias are the most suitable of |
all the Cacti for open air cultivation in Florida.
Most of the species grow vigorously, and are
perfectly hardy here; many form peculiarly
picturesque specimens for the Jawn or flower
garden. They are the PRICKLY PEAR CACTUS.
O. Comanchica. A distinct variety from Northern
Mexico and United States border. The round-
ish oblong ‘‘leaves’’ (joints) are 5 to 7 inches
long by 3 to 5 broad; light green in color.
Large flowers; yellow. 15 cents each.
0. Davisii. Rare new sort from California. Cy-
lindrical joints, covered with pure white spines,
making a handsome appearance. Can be grown
in tree shape, with a large head. A gem. Not
offered by other firms that we are aware of.
40 cents each.
PHYLLOCACTUS latifrons.
OPUNTIA, continued.
QO. Ficus Indica. INDIAN Fic Cactus. An ex-
ceedingly hardy and ornamental species of
Cactus. The plant reaches a height of 10 feet,
and is very striking as a scenic plant. The
fruits are yellow, and are eaten raw or used for
jellies, etc. Perfectly hardy here. The fruit is
sometimes shipped to New York from the West
Indies. The plant has but few spines. 25 cents
and 50 cents each.
O. Kleiniz. Mexico. A very hardy sort, with
cylindrical joints, resembling some species of
Cereus. Not very spiny, and forms a fine tree-
like specimen. 20 cents each.
O. leucotricha. Mexico. This perfectly hardy
and quick-growing species will undoubtedly
prove a most valuable hedge plant for Florida,
attaining a height of 2 to 4 feetintwo years
from the cutting. The oval, flat branches are
closely covered with long white spines, which
are deflected toward the base of the plant, giv-
ing it a most unique appearance. Very orna-
mental ; destined to become useful in regions
afflicted by Florida “‘razor-backs.’’ 4o cts. ea.
0. polyantha. South America, West Indies, Mata-
comba Key, South Florida. Upright-growing
species. Hardy, and specially useful as a
stock to graft others upon. 20 cents and
40 cents each.
0. Tuna. TunA CACTUS, PRICKLY PEAR. One
of the strongest-growing species. A native of
Mexico, West Indies and South Florida ; also
of Ecuador and New Grenada. Employed ex-
tensively in Mexico as a hedge-plant, and also
one of the principal cochineal plants. Non-
inflammable, as are many of the allied species.
Branches long, flat and elliptical, with numer-
ous strong spines. Flowers large, yellow, often
with tinge of wine color ; fruit purple, 2 inches
in length, edible; often used in jellies, pre-
serves, etc. Plant perfectly hardy here; said
to attain with age a height of 20 feet. Wecan
supply cuttings by the hundred or thousand, or
plants of any size that can be handled. Strong
cuttings, Io cents each, $1 per dozen; Jarger,
25 cts. each. Write for special rates in quantity.
0. vulgaris. Common PRICKLY PEAR. One of
the most handsome flowered species of the
genus. Flowers rich golden yellow, produced
in great abundance; ifscarce, would surely be
very highly esteemed. tocts., 85 cts. per doz.
PERESKIA aculeata. THE BARBADOES GOOSE-
BERRY, or BLAD-APPLE. A climbing Cactus,
with true leaves, and producing edible fruit.
Stems fleshy, with spines at the base of each
leaf. Very fast-growing and quite ornamental.
Much used as a stock upon which to graft
Epiphyllums and other low-growing Cacti, for
which purpose it is very suitable. 20 cts. each.
“‘A very strong-grow-
ing species, quite the giant of its family, pro-
ducing stout, flattened stems 4 to5 inches broad,
deeply crenated, and 8 or to feet high. The
flowers, which bloom at night, seem to share
the dimensions of the plants, for they measure
7 to ginches across; the petals are of a delicate
creamy white, the sepals and tube of a reddish
hue.’’ Much advertised as the ‘‘ Queen Cac-
tus.’’ A grand plant, which should bein every
garden or conservatory. 25 cents each.
COLLECTION No. 1.—Eight fine plants, in different sorts, choice, sent by mail to any address,
postpaid, for $1.
COLLECTION No. 2.—Fifteen plants, all different, $2. Both offers strictly our selection of sorts.
Collections for bedding, nice plants, in variety, 25 plants for 33.
Jz Tf by express, we can send larger plants.
(Our selection.)
SouTH LAKE WIER, FLA., February, 7895.
Reasoner Bros.—The conifers have arrived, all in splendid condition. Many thanks for the nice selection you made
—they are just what I would have chosen for myself.
I am well pleased with them.
Yours truly,
MRS. JONAS NICKELSON.
1X.
Ferns and Selaginellas.
‘* Dainty ferns and dewy mosses,
Flowers, and leaves, and deep blue sky."
—Dora Reap GooDALe.
Others should be kept from hard frosts,
Varieties with the asterisk (*) are the more hardy sorts.
being Tropical or Semi-Tropical.
ASPIDIUM, continued.
*A. unitum var, glabrum. A rare native
Fern, with fronds resembling those of
Woodwardia Virginica. Three feet or
more in height. 25 cents each.
*ASPLENIUM ebeneum. One of the most
delicate and graceful of our native hardy
Ferns. Grows not over a foot high, and
is one of the choicest Ferns in our col-
lection. Veryrare here. 40 cents each.
*A, thelypteroides. Choice New England
Fern, growing 2 to 3feethigh. Perfectly
hardy, and desirable. 25 cents each.
BLECHNUM occidentale. Very handsome
species, propagating easily by runners.
Rich green and wine-colored leaves,
pointed. Dwarf. 25 centseach.
*B. serrulatum. A Florida species of great
beauty. Evergreen; suited forferneries
or conservatories. Grows in any soil.
Reaches a height of 3 to4 feet. 15 cts.
each, $1 per doz.
CIBOTIUM Barometz. (Dicksonia.) Belong-
ing toa genusof Tree-Ferns. Thisspecies only
ADIANTUM CUNEATUM.
ACROSTICHUM aureum. THE SWAMP FERN. ‘“‘A |
stately and showy Fern, with large, thick
fronds.’’—Manda. This Fern is a native of
mangrove swamps and salt marshes in the
West Indies, Central America and South
Florida, and in its native swamps forms
‘‘thickets’’ 6 or 7 feet in height. Very hand-
some as a single specimen. 25 cents each,
DAVALLIA stricta.
reaches a height of 5 to 7 feet, and has no real
trunk. Theleaves areextremely lace-like,and
although so large, rob the plant of none of its
beauty. A choice plant, adapted to general
cultivation. Tropical. 20 cts. to $1 each.
A newly introduced Fern of
great beauty from Malayan Archipelago. Of
easy culture, and one that ‘‘sells on sight.’’
One of the best Ferns for cutting for bouquets.
Also a fine pot-plant, not growing over 2 feet
high ultimately. 30 cents each.
$2.50 per dozen.
ADIANTUM. MaImpEN-HAIR FERN.
“* Where the tinkling waterfalls
Sparkle over rocky ledges,
Where the slate-gray cat-bird calls
In and out the tangled hedges,
Green and slender, spreading fair,
You may see the Maiden’s Hair.’’
A. cuneatum. The ‘‘Maiden-Hair’’ Ferns are
always in favor with lovers of the beautiful,
and at present are made additionally popular
by being in favor with ‘‘ fashion.’’ A. cuneatum
is a choice West Indian species, and one of the
most beautiful of all. 20 cents each.
ALSOPHILA Australis. One of the largest of the
celebrated Australian Tree-Ferns. Hasatrunk
somewhat resembling a palm, but not so firm.
A magnificent, delicate-leaved Fern of gigantic
size. Beautifulin all stages of growth; always
scarce. 30Cts. to 50 cts. each.
*ASPIDIUM patens. A native of East Florida,
growing from 1 to 3 feet high. Not very deli-
cate leaved, but quitehandsome. Very robust
_. grower. 20 cents each.
*A. thelypteris. A fine-leaved and handsome
Fern, spreading rapidly by root-runners.
Reaches a height of about 2 feet. A rarenative
here. 15 cents each.
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DAVALLIA, continued.
D. Fijiensis plumosus. Finest of the Davallias;
distinct in the arrangement of the divisions of
its bright green fronds. Rare. 50 cents each.
DICKSONIA Antarctica. A rareand splendid Tree-
Fern of noble appearance, from Australasia.
Stems are thick and trunk-like; fronds large,
leathery and finely cut, forming a beautiful
crown ; will stand light frosts unharmed. 5octs.
*D. punctiloba. From northern United States.
Handsome bipinnate leaves, growing 2to 3 feet
high ; pointed in outline, pale green and hairy ;
rising from creeping root ; pleasantly odorous.
35 cents each.
*DORYOPTERIS achrostichoides (Aspidiun).
Lance-shaped fronds, reaching 2 to 2% feet. A
fine Fern from the Alleghenies. 25 cents each.
D spinulosa intermedia. Very pretty species
from New England, with twice or thrice pin-
- nateleaves. 25 cents each.
GYMNOGRAMME tartarea. SILVER FERN. No
Fern can be more magnificent than a well-
developed specimen of this Central American
Silver Fern. The under sides of the beautiful
fronds are covered with asilvery white powder.
15 cents, 25 cents and 50 cents each.
LASTREA aristata variegata. Very fine green-
house Fern from Australia. Beautifully varie-
gated with white. Rare. 50 cents each.
*LYGODIUM scandens. JAPANESE CLIMBING FERN.
A magnificent and elegant vine, and a great fa-
vorite with those who know it. Leaves very
different from any other Fern of our collection.
Fine plants. 20 cts. and 35 cts. each.
MICROLEPIA hirta cristata. CRESTED FERN.
From South Sea Islands; a most elegant Fern ;
should be in every collectior ; a very choice
sort. 50 cents each.
NEPHROLEPIS exaltata. The beautiful SworD
FERN of choice conservatories, where it is
often grown in wire baskets of damp moss and
soil. The fronds attain a length of 6 or 7 feet
in old and well-grown specimens. As this
Fern is native in parts of South Florida, we
are enabled to offer large, fine plants in quantity,
cheaper than they can be purchased elsewhere.
15 cents each, $1 per dozen.
N. cordifolia. So closely resembles WV. exa/ltata
that they can scarcely be separated. This
species has tubers on the wide-spreading roots.
20 cents each, $1.50 per dozen.
ONYCHIUM Japonicum. A delicate JAPANESE
FERN, with dark green, glossy leaves. Fine
for cutting. New. Height 1% feet. 25 cts. each.
SELAGINELLAS.
=OSMUNDA cinnamomea. The CINNAMON FERN.
This and the following species are’ hardy
throughout the North. 25 cents each.
*Q0. regalis. The RoyAL FERN. And royal it is,
among Ferns; the bipinnate fronds stand from
2 to 4 feet in height. The very best of the
large hardy Ferns. 20 cents each.
POLYPODIUM aureum. A tropical species found
growing in South Florida in the rotten fiber of
palmetto trees or rotten logs, etc. It is best
grown artificially in pots of sphagnum mixed
with a littlesoil androtten wood. ‘“‘Polypodium
aureum is a noble plant, with large, glaucous
fronds.’’—Manda. 25 cents each.
*P.incanum. A half hardy species, climbing on
the bark of oaks, hickories, etc., fronds curling
up in a dry time like the ‘‘ Resurrection Plant’’
of Mexico, to open again after a rain. Well-
named ‘‘ RESURRECTION FERN.’’ 15 cts. each.
*P. péctinatum. Oneof the most beautiful Ferns
of South Florida. Found sparingly, in moist
woods, usually on limestone rocks, but will
grow in any situation where most Ferns flourish.
Fronds resemble those of Wephrolepis exaltata,
but are broader, darker green. 25 cents each.
P, phyllitidis. The Hart’s-TONGUE FERN of
tropical America. Has straight, undivided, lan-
ceolate fronds of richest, darkest green; strike
ing and unique in form. It prefers. a moist
spot on limestonerocks or rotten logs. Should
be inevery fernery. 25 cents each.
P. Schwartzii. West Indies; Key Largo. A
pretty climbing species, with small lanceolate
fronds. 25 cents each.
PTERIS argyrea. Fronds beautifully striped with
white; tender. 50 cents each.
P. Cretica albo-lineata. Another beautifully
striped tender Fern. Very distinct. 25 cents.
P, palmata. Choice greenhouse Fern, admirable
for bouquets. 25 cents each.
P. serrulata. A very pretty species, which is
common to all plant establishments. The
spores are scattered widely around a large
plant, and young seedlings are found growing
spontaneously on damp flower-pots, in moss,
etc. The queer, divided leaves make it unique
and interesting, as well as very pretty. 2o0Ccts.
P. tremula. A fine New Zealand member of the
genus. Quite well known in most first-class
greenhouses. A desirable species for a pot-
plant. Height 2to 3 feet. 40cents each.
P. Victorie. New and rare variegated Fern, in
habit like P. serrulata. Has been figured in
some of the leading horticultural magazines.
Choice for greenhouse or conservatory. 4octs.
P. sp. from Hawaii. Very large sort, reaching
6 feet in height ; forms a magnificent specimen.
Quick-growing. 25 cents and 50cemts each.
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SELAGINELLA. CLus-Moss. These delicate
plants are always grown with Ferns, which
some of them resemble; very beautiful.
S. Braunii (Lycopodium Wildenovii). Beauti-
ful erect species; one of the most valuable
for button-hole bouquets, etc. 25 cents
each.
8. flabellata. A most beautiful Guatemalan
species, with large, spreading, fern-like
branches. Our finest species. 50 cents
each.
8S. Kraussiana (Lycopodium denticulatum).
A delicate West Indian species, invaluable .
in cut-flower work. 15 cents each.
8. Martensii variegata. Beautifully varie-
gated white. Large, upright growing. Very
fine. 25 cents.
S. uncinata (S.czesia). A fast-growing creep-
ing species, of a beautiful biuish bronge
color. Called locally RAINBOW Moss, from
the many natural tints of growing plants.
Excellent for groundwork of ferneries, etc.
Clumps, 15 cents each.
*WOODWARDIA angustifolia. A native creep-
ing Fern, growing in moist, muckysoil. 15
cents each.
*W. Virginica. A handsome, large, native
Fern. Suitable particularly as’ a’ back-
ground in a fernery of hardy varieties. 20
cents each.
[es~ COLLECTION of 10 very choice Ferns and Selaginellas will be sent for $1, postpaid.
(Our selection only.)
state whether wanted for house or outdoors.
MARINE BARRACKS, NORFOLK, VA., /wune, 7595.
The palms received to-day all O. K., and very satisfac-
tory. Respectfully,
JAMES A. WHITTEN.
BIRMINGHAM, ALA., September, 895.
Plants received, and we are well pleased with them.
MRS. W. A. PORTER.
WESLEY, N.J., July, 1895.
The plants arrived insplendid condition They are as
fresh and green as if just from the pots.
for extras, Most truly,
MRS. JENNIE E. BAILEY.
READING, PA., June, 7895.
Orderreceived. A‘l the plants are growing very nicely.
I prefer your plants to those of any other house I have
dealt with. Yours trulv,
MR. EDW. WINTER.
f WARSAW, ILLS., April, 7895.
_ _ My little order came tohand to-day in satisfactory con-
dition. The substitution was eminently satisfactory, on
the line of my preference. ; i
H. J. FROTHINGHAM.
PALATKA, FLa., May, 7895.
The trees have arrived, and on examination I find them
finer than I had expected, some with buds and blooms,
which is a surprise and gratification. With thanks for
your promptness,
MRS. E. C. CASWELL.
Thanking you ~
Pteris Victoria.
(See page 37.)
Please
ABILENE, TEXAS, May, 7595.
Gentlemen—The plants arrived all O. K., and were
very nice. Thanks forthe gratis. Will ‘‘call again’? some
day. Yours truly,
F.C. DIGBY ROBERTS.
Havana, Cupsa, Jay, 7985.
Dear Sirs—\ am in receipt of your plants sent to me
according to my order. They were perfectly packed and
in fine condition. J remain, dear sirs,
Yours truly,
FRAU. CARBALLO.
OTTAWA, CANADA, March, 1895.
Plants received, allin good condition. Am very much
pleased at the size and quality. Willsend you another
order soon. Yours truly,
CHAS. M. FARLEY.
CINCINNATI, August, 7595.
Gentlemen—Plants received yesterday. They arrived
in perfectly good condition, and are very satisfactory.
JOS. B. BURDIECK.
LonGwoops, Mb., March, 7895.
Dear Sirs—The plants arrived Tuesday in good con-
dition. They stood the journey well and look healthy.
I was surprised to see them so little wilted after coming so
far. MRS. HEDGE THOMPSON.
ORLANDO, Fi A., Vovember, 1595.
Dear Sivs—The plants arrived to-day in perfect order,
and [ am more than pleased with them. They are all fine
specimens. Yours very truly,
ROB’T, G. BIDWELL, Arlington Nurseries.
X.
Orchids.
‘* Even to look up at them, perched on bough and stem, as one rides by, and to guess what
exquisite and fantastic form may issue, in a few months or weeks, out of those fleshy, often
unsightly leaves, is a strange pleasure—a spur to the fancy which ts surely wholesome, tf we
will but believe that all these things were invented by a Fancy which desires to call out m us, by
contemplating them, such small fancy as we possess ; and to make us poets, cach according to his
power, by showing a world in which, tf rightly looked at, allis poetry,”—KINGSLEY.
BROUGHTONIA sanguinea (Satyrium parasiti-
cum, Broughtonia coccinea, Dendrobium
sanguineum, Epidendrum sanguineum). Ja-
maica. Flowers bright crimson, and last long
in perfection. ¢1 each.
*CATTLEYA citrina. A cool-house Orchid of merit
and extensive cultivation ; from Mexico; flow-
ers deliciously sweet,cbright yellow, 3 inches
across. 75 cents each.
C. Percivaliana, Brazil. One of the darkest
flowered varieties in cultivation ; rose, deepen-
ing topurpleinthelip. $1.50 each.
C. triane. Central America. This is perhaps
the most universally grown for cut-flowers; is
a free bloomer, and flowers range in color from
the purest white, all through the shades of rose
to royal purple. $1 to $3 each.
CELOGYNE cristata. An Asiatic sort, being vigo™
ous, and adapted to cultivation. Pure ivory
white flowers, with vellow veins ; free-bloom-
ing. $1 each.
CYPRIPEDIUM insigne. Lapy-SLippER ORCHID.
The best Species for the beginner ; will do well
in any greenhouse, or even in a sunny window.
Flowers large, shiny, in various shades of green,
purple and white. November to
March. Should be grown in pots of
fibrous peat and moss. $1 each.
DENDROBIUM nobile. ‘‘A magnificent
and justly popular free-flowering
evergreenspecies. Theblossomsare
rather large and very showy, with
oval sepals and much broader undu-
lated petals; white, heavily tipped
with dark rose, the lip rolled up at
the base; downy on both surfaces ;
roundish ovate; creamy white, with
rosy tip, and a deep crimson spot in
the throat.”’
spring months. 50cents to $2 each.
D, Draconis. A rare and distinct sort, with waxy
white flowers. $2 each.
D. formosum. ‘‘A remarkably handsome, com-
pact-growing evergreen species.”’
or five fragrant flowers about 3 inches across,
from the top of the stem. Pure white, with
a yellow furrow down the lip. Fine plants, 75
cents and $1.50 each.
D. Phalenopsis.
erect stems upwards of a foot and a half long.
The racemes of flowers are terminal on pedun-
cles 10 inches long, and bear as many as 15
blooms, each 2% inches across; brilliant ma-
_ genta and white. 50 cents and $1.50 each.
D. species. Unnamed sort from an imported
mixed. collection. Has knobby, flat pseudo-
Blooms during the winter and
Bears four |
Beautiful species, with slender
DENDROBIUM, continued.
bulbs, and is undoubtedly a
4o cents each.
D. tortile. Dwarfspecies ; flowers white, tinged
with purplish rose ; flowers inspring. Rare. $2.
EPIDENDRUM venosum. The ‘‘BUTTERFLY
OrcHID,”’ from South Florida. For those who
wish a beautiful and cheap Orchid, that will
stand a low temperature and much neglect, ©
this species can be highly recommended. In
the first place, it is very rare in cultivation, the
Orchid collectors of America often preferring
to send to Australia and the ‘‘Isles of the Sea’’
for Orchids much less beautiful, than to look at
their own door for alittle gem. The Orchid is
of neat habit, producing in summer showy
spikes of flowers 3% to 1 inch in diameter, of
beautiful shades of pink and greenish chocolate
color, changing with age to rich yellow and
chocolate. Cheapest Orchid in the market:
immensely superior in beauty to many a $5
species. 15, 25 and 50 cents and $1each.
LELIA anceps. Mexico, Flowers lilac-rose, 3 or
4inchesin diameter. Winter- flowering ; a very
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‘ A Basket of Orchid Flowers.
LALIA anceps, continued.
showy sort, anda favorite. Thecheapest and
yet most satisfactory of the Lelias. Robust
grower, and free-flowering. We recommend it
highly. 50 cents to $1.50 each.
L, albida. A lovely species, having racemes of
flowers in December and January; from 5 to 20
flowers on each raceme; in color pink and
white, and deliciously sweet. $1 each.
L. Arnoldiana. A rare new sort, with large, pink
flowers. $1.50 each.
L. autumnalis, A lovely and showy species from
Mexico. Flowers 4inches across ; very fragrant.
Rosy purple and white. December and Janu-
ary. Fine plants, 75 cents and $1 each.
LISSOCHILUS speciosus, A terrestrial Orchid from
the Cape; bears freely deep yellow, waxy flow-
ers, which last several weeks. A neat and vig-
orous plant, thriving wonderfully in a loose soil
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of sand, rotten wood or peat. Our own intro-
duction. Rare inthe United States. 50 cts. ea.
LYCASTE Deppei. Of easy culture, only requiring
good drainage and plenty of water. From
Mexico. Blooms in winter and spring. Flowers
a beautiful combination of white, green, purple
and yellow, with crimson spots onthe lip. 75
cents each.
ONCIDIUM incurvum. A distinct dwarf Orchid
from Mexico, having reddish purple and white
flowers, banded. $1 each.
Q, luridum. West Indies and Central America.
Leaves very large, often 2feet long. The spikes
of showy yellow and chocolate flowers are from
1 to 2 yards in length. 75 cents, $1 and $5 each.
Q, multicolor. A choice variety of distinct habit,
suitable for the cool-house collection. 75 cents
each.
ORCHIDS. 4t
ONCIDIUM, continued,
0, ornithorhynchum. ‘“‘A pretty, free-flowering
species, with crowded, gracefully drooping
panicles, a foot long or more, of small but fra-
grant flowers of a clear rose, deeper in some
forms than others.’’? Autumn and winter-bloom-
ing. Fine for cutting. Fine plants, $1 each.
*0, papilio majus. BUTTERFLY ORCHID. An
odd-flowering plant, but very pretty and inter-
esting. Theold flower-stalks produce flowers
one after another for years ; as fast as one fades,
another reappears. Color is rich, dark brown,
barred with :el'ow. Native of Trinidad. #2.
QO. triquetrum (Cymbidium triquetrum, Ept-
dendrum triguetrum). Jamaica. ‘Flowers
greenish whi.e, marked with reddish purple.’’
A neat dwarf, with curious, angular leaf. 75c. = aera
SCHOMBURGHIA Lyonsii. Jamaica. Flowers Sy on AN
white, marked with reddish purple ; lip edged iS ee)
with yellow. $1 each. Bail & ASS
§. tibicinis. West Indies. The best of the
Schomburghias, producing quantities of hand-
some flowers 3 inches in diameter, slightly
odorous ; purplish chocolate and pink. Petals
wavy edged ; frequently called ‘‘ Cow-horn
Orchid.’’ 75 cents and $1 each. Large, $2.50.
STANHOPEA eburnea (S. grandifiora). Brazil.
Perianth ivory white; lip variable in color;
fragrant. $1.50 each.
VANILLA aromatica. ‘‘And what is this delicious
scent aboutinthe air? Vanilla? Ofcourse it is ;
and up that stem zigzags the green, fleshy
chain of the Vanilla Orchis. The scented pod
is far above, out of your reach, but not out of
the reach of the next parrot, or monkey, or
negro hunter who winds the treasure.’’—King's-
ley. Must be growninsoz/. 50c. each.
A Collection of five good Orchids for $2, postpaid. |
(For general cultivation. )
{2s Those marked with an asterisk (*) are hothouse Orchids, and should be grown in heat, but
grow with varying success where free from freezing. Our Orchids are, nearly one and all, suited for
growing under the oaks and palmettos of South Florida, where, if given a little attention, they do re-
markably well, and form immense clumps, improving in flowering quality year by year. Mr. Theodore.
L. Mead, of Oviedo, Florida, has successfully naturalized many rare Orchids on the trunks of native
trees, in his ‘‘hammock,’’ and ‘‘ what one has done, one may do again.”’
Cypripedium, Lissochilus and Vanilla are terrestrial Orchids, and should be grown in pots of peat,
Jern-roots, or similar material, kept moderately moist. They are as easy to cultivate as the ordinary
window plant. The other Orchids named above are air-plants (epiphytal), and should be grown on
blocks, or in baskets, cribs, or porous pottery, where drainage can be perfect. Peat, sphagnum or
Jern-roots from the woods, mixed witha little charcoal, seem to suit them to vest upon and to cling to.
Be sure and not bury the bases of pseudo bulbs in potting material, but tie or wire the young plants oz
top of it, so that there will be no chance for bulbs or young growing shoots to decay. The plants in their
growing condition should be showered or otherwise dampened very often, and a good growing tempera-
ture in half-shade-provided. Avoid drafts of cold air, and try not todry the plants in their dormant
state tosuch an excess that they shrivel. With a little common sense and observation one may have
a grand supply of these choice flowers continually, with no more trouble than given commoner plants.
Our excellent horticultural and gardening papers are a great aid in growing plants, and we advise every-
one interested in plants to take at /east two such periodicals.
Onctdium papilio mazus.
YOUNGSTOWN, OHO, October, 1895. | Fort LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, October, 1595.
Dear Sirs—The palms arrived in good time and in | Gentlemen—I received the plants, and was surprised
fine condition. I was more than pleased with them, and _ to find them in such splendid order. Please accept my
very grateful for vour liberality. You will hear from me | thanks for the extras. Very respectfully,
again. Yours respectfully, | DENNIS O'NEILL.
MRS. T. H. WHITESIDE.
Sr. CHARLES, MINNESOTA, October, 7895.
York, Pa., October, 1595. Dear Sirs—The plants you sent are in fine condition.
__Theplants arrived in first-class condition, not at all I am delighted with them, and shall take pleasure in
wilted. Vhanks for the extras. | recommending your house. Thanks for the gratis.
Very respectfully, BUEIScS sees. Kindly yours, MRS. M. E. LYON.
Xl.
Tillandsias and Succulents.
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** These, as with all great trees in the tropical forests, were loaded with parasiles—
vriesias, long, ragged-looking cacti, bromeliads, epiphytal orchids, and the like.
Tillandsias,
too, of the kind known as ‘wild pines,’ sat snugly in the forks or on the upper surfaces of
the great limbs, flourtshing as luxurtantly as if their roots rested in the richest sozl,.”—
MAvNE REID.
AGAVE. The Agaves are among the most valuable
and striking plants that can be used in tropical
and semi-tropical gardening. Many of them
are useful as hedge plants, and the genus con-
tains several of the most vaiuable fiber-plants
in existence. Members of the whole genus are
commonly called ‘‘ Century Plants.’’ They are
all of great decorative value.
A. angustifolia. Grows 3 to 3 feet. Very hand-
some. 25 cents, 50 cts. and $1 each.
A. Candelabrum. Closely resembles above in
size and growth. 25 cts., 50 cts. and $1 each.
A. mitreformis. Leaves 2 to 30, 2 to 4 feet long,
dull green, having large hooked teeth. 35 cts.
A. recurvata. Hardy. Rich blue-green leaves,
wide and gracefully recurved. The handsom-
est and most elegant large sort in our collec-
tion. A magnificent plant, beautiful in all sizes,
and especially fine for large decorative effects.
This and the two following sorts should be in
every plant coilection. 15 cts. and 25 cts. each.
A, rigida. The only indigenous Agave of South
Florida. A handsome plant, forming at length
a short stem or trunk, after the manner of
Yucca aloifolia. A splendid decorative plant,
with dark green, spiny leaves of elegant ap-
pearance. 20 cents, 30 cents and $1 each.
A. rigida, var. Sisalana, The SisAL Hemp. (See
Economic Plants, page 14.) Fine young plants,
only 10 cents each. Larger, 25 cents and 50
cents each.
A. Salmiana. Large, quick-growing species from |
Mexico. 3to5feet high. 25 cts. and 75 cts. ea.
ALOE, This genus of highly beautiful plants should
be more grown. They furnish the “bitter
aloes’? of medicine. The juice of the leaves
Agave recurvata.
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ALOE, continued.
(of any species) is valuable for dressing wounds,
cuts or btuises, and all are handsome and odd
in leaf and flower. All require perfect drainage,
but are not particular as to soil.
A. fruticosa. One of the choicest and most orna-
mental of all. The thick, fleshy leaves are re-
curved and serrate; flower-spike 2 or 3 feet
high, bearing aterminal raceme of orange-red
flowers, resembling those of the Tritoma or
‘“‘Red-Hot Poker Plant.” 25 cts. to $1 each.
A, humilis-minor. 25 cents each.
A. latifolia. 30 cents each.
A. paniculata. Very fine. 25 cents each.
ANANASSA sativa. The PINEAPPLE. From Io
cents to 50 cents each. (See Tropical Fruit
Plants.) :
A. Porteana. A rare variegaied-leaved Pine,
bearing delicious apples. $2.50each.
BILLBERGIA Liboniana. A rare Brazilianspecies.
Flowers purple. $1 each. ;
B. splendens. Light green leaves, in a neat
rosette, about a fcot high or taller. Richest
scarlet and purple flowers and bracts. $1 each.
B., unnamed sorts. Two growing 2 feet high.
Very handsome. 50 cents, $1 and $2 each.
BROMELIA Pinguin. Commonly called Pinguin
in Jamaica, where it is native. It is a wild
pine, and very beautiful. The leaves are such
a bright green, tinged with pizk and red after
it is of good size, making a rich decorative ef-
fect. It grows 3 or 4 feet high, and makes a
good hedge in tropical countries, as the leaves
are broadly serrated and armed, adding much
to its picturesqueness. As a single plant in
decorative work, or for the house, it is very suit-
able, growing in any soil, and standing much
neglect. It bears an abundance of acid fruits
the size of large plums. Small plants, 15 cts.
each, $1.50 per dozen,
DASYLIRION. Yucca-like plants, natives of Mexico,
and all hardy here. Popular scenic plants in
the semi-tropical gardens of Southern Europe.
Leaves usually narrow and grass-like when
small. Many of the species are recommended
as fine decorative plants. Grow from 2 to 4
feet high.
D. acrotriche. 40 cents each.
D. gracile. 40 cents each
D. juncifolium. 4o cents each.
D. longifolium. 40 cents each.
D, serratifolium. The most robust and a very
handsome species. 35 cents to $1.50 each.
D. Wheeleri, Resembles serratifolium very
closely. 60 cts. each.
EUPHORBIA lactea (?). East Indies. Naturalized
in Cuba. Itis a queer, cactus-like plant, with
three-sided stems, mottled white and green.
This plant is used in Cuba to form the most
perfect hedge ever seen. Absolutely impene-
trable to man and beast ; would send the thin-
nest Florida razor-back into paroxysms of
FOURCROYA Cubensis.
GASTERIA punctata.
Double form of Poinsettia puicherrima.
EUPHORBIA, continued.
despair. It is hardly available for that purpose
in Florida, as the plant is tender and liable to
be frequently killed down unlessprotected. It
is ornamental, however, especially as a speci-
men plant. Specimens in Key West are 12 or
15 feet high, with stems nearly a foot in diam-
eter at base. 4ocents‘each.
E. lactea monstrosa (?). COCKSCOMB EUPHORBIA.
Previously catalogued as &. “‘ Jules la
Chaume.’? Evidently only a sport of the pre-
ceding species, as the stem frequently reverts
to the triangular stem of its parent. The stem
is wrinkled and compressed into flat cocks-
comb-like shapes, not easy to describe. It is
one of the strangest-looking plants we have
ever seen, and very rare; hence the confusion
in definitely naming it. $1 to $5 each.
E, pulcherrima ( Poinsettia pulcherrima). Native
of Mexico. A common plant of thetropics, and
well known in Northern hothouses for the great
scarlet bracts surrounding its flowers, pro-
duced in winter, and often remaining bright for
months at a time. Does well anywhere in
South Florida outdoors, growing to large size.
Is a splendid object from Thanksgiving till
March ist, If cut by frost, sprouts up readily.
15 cents and 25 cents each.
E, splendens. A thorny plant from Mauritius,
well-known in greenhouses. A _ continuous
bloomer, succeeding here in open ground. The
showy, flower-like bracts are bright scarlet.
20 cents each.
The Fourcroyas are very
desirable plants for the center of large tubs and
pots of plants, for room, hall, or outdoor sum-
mer decoration North. Will make splendid
specimens planted out in South Florida. They
very much resemble some species of Agaves,
though the leaves are generally more upright-
growing. Also highly recommended as fiber
plants. Magnificent when in bloom, the flower-
spike reaching a height of 20 feet, with thou-
sands of yucca-like, whitish flowers. 50 cents
to $2 each.
F, Beddinghausii. A grand sort from California,
where it was introduced. 50 cents each.
Very choice plant of dwarf
habit, allied tothe Aloes. $1 each.
G. verrucoa. 75 cents each.
HAWORTHIA Margaretifera. ‘‘A very pretty Afri-
can plant, with leaves covered with pearl-like
protuberances. Aloe minor stricta of gardens.”’
A rare little gem. 75 cents each.
PEDILANTHUS tithymaloides,
PINCENECTITIA tuberculata.
YUCCA aloifolia.
TILLANDSIAS AND SUCCULENTS. 43
“BIRD-CACTUsS.”’
A West Indian plant, with thick, fleshy leaves
and small, red, showy flowers. Not a true
cactus at all, but a Euphorbiad. Very curious
plant of easy growth. 15 cents each.
A queer, bulbous-
rooted plant, with fleshy trunk a foot or more
high, surmounted with a heavy top of long,
recurved, narrow leaves. The bulb sits on top
of the soillike an onion. Veryrare. $2 each.
TILLANDSIA. ‘‘Arr PLant (Wild Pine). ‘‘A very
large genus of ornamental plants of the easiest
culture, requiring only to be attached toa block
of wood, and to be watered with the other
plants.”’
T. Bartramii. A small, neat species, with bril-
liant red bracts and purple flowers. 25 cents.
T. bracteata. Oneof the largest WILD PINEs or
AIR PLANTS. Full grown plants are 1 to 2 feet
in diameter and height, spikes often 18 inches
or more in length; thelarge, brilliant, crimson
bracts and flower-stalks and purple blossoms,
are very showy, and remain beautiful for weeks.
A most valuable plant for conservatory or bay
window, enduring a low temperature (though
but little frost), requiring no care except an
occasional spraying. Attach to wood, or hang
in a small wire basket. 25cts. and 50 cts. each.
T. bulbosa, Not native above the Caloosahatchie
river. Veryodd and pretty. Leaves 6 to Io
inches in length, often faintly striped crosswise,
like the rare 7. zebrina, base Of the plant
bulb-like. 25 cents each.
T. cespitosa. A species with long, grass-like
leaves, varying in color from gray tored ; usu-
ally found in moist places. 10 cents each.
T, recurvata. A small species, differing but little,
except in size, from 7. wsneoides. 15 cts. ea.
T. usneoides. The Lonc Moss, BLAcK Moss, or
SPANISH Moss of the South. Very effective in
decorations. The effect of this moss hanging
on the trees of the South is indescribable. A
nice quantity for 1ocents. Per pound, 25 cts.,
postpaid.
T, utriculata. The largest native species. Leaves
an inch or two in width, and 2 feet or more in
length in full-grown plants. Stems very tall,
3 to 5 feet, branched and many-flowered, but
not so showy as 7. bracfeata. A very rapid
grower. Is easily established on a piece of
wood, bark, or in a wire-basket. Fine plants,
Io cents ; larger, 25 cents to 50 cents.
SPANISH BAYONET, SPANISH
DAGGER. Sea eoast of Southern States and
West Indies. Probably not hardynorth of mid-
dle Georgia. Flowers resemble those of FY.
jilamentosa, but borneona shorter stalk. Stem
arborescent; sometimes 10 to 20 feet high.
Very ornamental,even whensmall. Will bear
much neglect. 15. 25, 50 cents and $1 each.
Y. aloifolia variegata. Leaves striped with white.
Exceedingly choice. The variegation is par-
ticularly pleasing, and the plant is as hardy as
the type. $1 each.
Y. baccata. Very choicesort. 30 cents each.
Y. filamentosa. BEAR-GRASS, ADAM’S NEEDLE.
Hardy, producing tall flower-spikes sometimes
2 feet in length, of snowy white bell-shaped
flowers. 15 to 30 cents.
Y. gloriosa. One of the stateliest of the species.
The panicle is 3 feet or more in length, branch-
ing out on every side. 25 cents each.
Y. recurvatapendula. Of V. a/oifoliatype, with
pendulous, recurved foliage. 25 cts. each.
Y. Whipplei. A distinct form from the Western
United States. A choice group of Yuccas is il-
lustrated on iast page of cover. 3ocents.
Je= A COLLECTION of seven (7) choice Succulents, our selection only, sent postpaid for $1.
J==-A COLLECTION of Tillandsias, four sorts, one each, including some Spanish Moss, postpaid,
for 50 cents.
XI.
Miscellaneous Department.
EMBRACING TENDER AND HARDY TREES, SHRUBS, CLIMBERS AND HER-
BACEOUS PLANTS, ORNAMENTAL, ECONOMICG@L AND USE-
FUL, OF €LL DESCRIPTIONS—OLD AND FAMILIAR,
NEW AND RARE PLANTS.
““ There's fennel for you, and columbine , there’s rue for you, and here’s some jor me:
we may call it. herb-grace o’ Sundays: O, you must wear your rue with a difference.
There's a datsy: I would give you some violets, but they withered all.’’
—OPHELI\, in HAMLET,
ABRUS precatorius. CrRaxb’s-EYE VINE. ‘‘The
delicate Crab’s-Eye Vine, with beautiful, light
green pinnate leaves, and bunches of pods,
which, opening, displayed the loveliest little
scarlet beans, with jet black eyes, you ever
saw.’’ Now extensively advertised under the
name ‘‘ WEATHER PLANT.”’
lacy-leaved vine, suitable for window screens.
15 cents each, $1 per dozen.
ACACIA, ‘‘And will they all grow in Florida?
| ACHANIA, continued.
- AGAPANTHUS umbellatus.
Indeed will they ; and with greater luxuriance |
and rapidity, perhaps, than elsewhere under
the sun ; for the conditions of sandy soil, show- |
ery climate, and bright sunshine are precisely |
those in which Acacias revel.’’
A. Arabica. Gum AraApBic ACACIA. For this and
following, see Economic Department.
A. Farnesiana. PoPINAC, or APPOPONAX.
A. Julibrissin. (Albizzia Julibrissin.)
the Caucasus to Japan.
shade Acacia of Southern Europe.’’ 3o0cts. ea.
A., Species from Jamaica. The most delicate,
| ALBIZZIA Lebbek.
|
“From |
A favorite ornamental ©
ferny-leaved Acacia we ever saw, formingsmall |
trees 15 to 25 feet high, of good form. Admir-
able pot-plant, or as a lawn tree in South Flor- |
ida. 15 cents each, $1.50 per doz.; larger, 25 c.
ACALYPHA marginata, The Acalyphas are mag- |
nificent plants with variegated leaves, aud suc- |
ceed admirably in the open ground in South |
Florida, sprouting up readily from the root if |
hurt by frost. Leaves of this variety margined
with several shades, white, pink, etc.
A, Mossiae. A magnif-
icent species, with
leaves all shades of
green, yellow and
red, with most cu-
rious markings on
the broad leaves.
Grows rapidly, and
is probably one of
the showiest plants
known. Fine for
windows or as a
bedding plant.
Reaches large size
with age, four to six
feet high. 25 and
40 cents each.
cus. This fine old
Allamanda Hendersont:.
25C. 6a.” |
|
ACHANIA malvavis-_
plant succeeds
A charming, SCOKANTHERA spectabilis.
}\
admirably in Florida. Grows best in a partially
shaded situation, but will stand the sun well.
Abutilon-like, with brilliant, scarlet flowers.
20 cents each.
An evergreen shrub
from Natal, South Africa. Perhaps hardy.
Violet flowers. 50 cents each.
AFRICAN BLUE LILY.
A fine South African plant. Grows nicely with
pancratiums, hedychiums and bananas. 50
cents each.
A. umbellatus albus. Pure white form. Rare.
30 cents each.
‘“WOMAN’S TONGUE TREE.’’
From Jamaica. A handsome medium-sized
shade tree, bearing light frosts unharmed.
Leaves are large, compound, resembling the
Royal Poinciana, or the Locust somewhat.
Flowers large, white, followed by long pods
enclosing hard seeds which continually rattle
in evena light breeze. Finetree for avenues.
15 cents each, $1.50 per dozen, $8 per too.
A. procera. Handsome quick grower. Foliage
rather drooping. 25 cents each.
ALLAMANDA cathartica (4. zeriifolia). Guiana.
A shrubby species; named in memory of Dr.
Frederick Allamand, who sent the first speci-
men of it to Linnzus in about 1770. A beauti-
ful plant for the open ground in South Florida.
35 cents each.
A. Hendersonii. A magnificent climber. Can be
grown in bush formif desired. Covered all
summer with great, velvety, yellow flowers 3
inches in diameter. 20 cents each, $2 per doz.
A. violacea. We have much pleasure in offer-
ing plants of this most distinct and beautiful
species ; they can be relied on as being true to
name, they being obtained from the plants at
Kew. The flowers are violet blue and very
distinct. The plantis a good, bushy grower;
very rare. 75 cents each.
A. Williamsii. This is a handsome new variety,
that is entirely distinct from all others. It is of
dwarf habit, forming a compact bush, with
great trusses of bloom at every point, and is
nearly alwaysin bloom. The flowers are about
4 inches in diameter, of a very rich yellow, and
deliciously scented. 50cents each.
ALOCASIA. Splendid, ornamental-leaved aroid
plants, closely related to colocasia and cala-
dium ; of easy culture and management, grow.
ALOCASIA, continued.
ing in any soil, but preferring a low, moist sit- |
uation. Splendid tropical effects can be ob-
tained by groups of the difierent varieties of
bananas, cannas, Alocasias, caladiums and dra-
czenas. The Alocasias are very effective as
single specimenson the lawn. Like those of
the caladium, the varieties and speciesare much |
confused with regard to names, even among
the most reliable and largest growers.
A, Bataviensis (Colocasia). Stem dark-purple,
leaves rich green. Splendid. 25 cents each.
A. gigantea. Foliage green ; forms a large plant,
sometimes attaining a height of 6 or 7 feet.
25 cents each.
A. macrorhiza variegata. A very choice white
and green-leaved sort,inform resembling 4. 97-
gantea, but beautifully variegated. 4octs. ea.
A. illustris. Leaves heavily blotched with black-
purple. One of the most striking and beauti-
ful ofall. Attains a height of 3 or 4 feet. Will
grow in the water, or in a very wet place. 50
cents each, $5 per dozen.
A, Marshalli.
25-and 50 cents each.
A. violacea. Large, thick, shell-like leaves of a
bronzy copper color; very distinct. $1.50 ea.
ALPINIA nutans. SHELL-FLOWER. One of the
grandest tropical scitaminaceous plants when
fully developed that we have ever seen. Ina
Very quick-growing ; light-green.
low, marshy corner of the Jardin ad’ Aclimata- |
cion, Havana, may be seen a great mass of it,
10 or 12 feet in height, with large, deep green
leaves, and terminal racemes 2 feet long, of
brilliant yellow, orange and white flowers. 35
cents each.
AMARYLLIS. (Now called Hippeasirum, but kept
under the old name for convenience.) Among
the handsomest and most satisfactory of sum-
mer-flowering bulbs for the open ground in the
lower South.
A, atamasco rosea,
15 cents each.
A. Johnsonii. Crimson striped with white ; flow-
ers very large. Profuse bloomer. $1 each.
A, equestris. ““Rep Lity;” a familiar form.
One of the best evergreen species. 25 cts. each,
ANOGEISSUS latifolia. An East Indian tree, pro-
ducing valuable timber, resembling Teak. A
good shade tree for frostless regions. 25 cents
each, $2.50 per doz.
ANTHOLYZA caffra. Cape bulbs of easy culture;
flowers resembling the gladiolus. 15 cts. each.
ANTIGONON leptopus. The Rosa DE MONTANA
of Central Mexico. A beautiful climbing plant,
with tuberous roots; ordinarily hardy here,
but when the tops are killed down bya freeze
it springs up with unimpaired vigor from the
root; produces long racemes of rose-colored
flowers ; one of the most beautiful climbers we
have ever seen; grows and flowers freely all
through Florida. Strong plants, 25 cents each,
$2.50 per dozen.
ARALIA, Very ornamental plants for greenhouse
culture, and for open ground in South Florida.
Grand decorative and bedding plants, growing
so quickly, and having rich variegations and
delicately formed leaves. Plants with age
reach a height of several feet.
A. filicifolia. Leaves fern-like ; petioles marked
with oblong whitespots. Exceedingly elegant.
30 cents each.
A. Guilfoylei. A very handsome species, with
variegated foliage, green, whiteand cream. A
rapid grower, and one of the most showy of the
genus. An elegantand easily grown pot-plant.
20 cents each.
. A, latifolia. Very bold and rich in appearance.
Green and pale yellow. Afinesort. 25 cts. ea.
Flowers large, bright pink.
MISCELLANEOUS DEPARTMENT.
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Ardisia crenulata.
ARALIA, continued.
A. papyrifera. CHINESE RICE-PAPER
(See Economical Plants, also Panax.)
ARDISIA Pickeringii. A beautiful tropical broad-
leaved evergreen shrub, native of South
Florida; leaves laurel-like ; the fragrant white,
purple-tinged flowers are produced in delicate
panicles in fall and early winter, followed in
spring by small glossy, black, edible berries,
often called ‘‘spiceberries.’’ Will flower when
only a few feet high. 25 cents each.
A. crenulata alba. White berries stay for months
on this handsome evergreen. Splendid decora-
tive plant. 25 cents each.
A. solanacea. 35 cents each.
A, umbellata. 35 cents each.
ARISTEA Eckloni. A summer-flowering bulbous
rooted plant from the Cape, producing blue
flowers somewhat like aniris. 30 cents each.
ARISTOLOCHIA elegans. One of the best and hand-
somest summer climbers; the growth is rapid
and very dense. It is a profuse bloomer, and
its elegant, dark purpie fiowers, blotched and
waved with creamy white, are very striking.
15 cents each, $1.50 per dozen.
ARTROBOTRYS odoratissimus. A tall shrub from
India. The evergreen leaves are thick and
glossy, and while it forms an extremely orna-
mental shrub, its chief attraction is the won-
derful fragrance of the flowers; this can be
likened to the fragrance of the fruit of the ba-
nana and pineapple combined. Perfectly
hardy in Florida. 50 cents each.
ASPARAGUS plumosus. A fine decorative plant,
and taking the place to a great extent of the
long popular smilax; foliage extremely fine
and lace-like. 50 cents each.
A., sp. from South Africa, Unnamedspecies. Small
plants. 25 cents.
ASPIDISTRA lurida. A fine decorative plant,
hardy as far north as Jacksonville. Leaves
8 to 12 inches long, and 4 to 6 inches wide, of a
deep greencolor. Used largely as a vase plant.
30 cents each.
A. lurida variegata.
50 cents each.
AUCUBA Japonica. Goitp-Dust TREE. Hand-
- some broad-leaved evergreen shrub, with va-
riegated foliage. Plant in partial shade. 50
cents each.
AZALEA Indica. These beautiful shrubby plants
are always favorites, whether in northern con-
servatory or as growing in the South on the
shaded lawn. Perfectly hardy in the South,
TREE.
Broadly striped with white.
46 REASONER BROS., ONECO, FLORIDA.
|
BAUHINIA, continued.
| inches across, varying in color from almost
| white toa shade of rich purple, and marked
| and shaded with many tones. We cannot de-
scribe them; they are grand! The plant is
| very robust and hardy here, growing to aheight
of 15 feet in less than 2 years, and blooms all
winter and spring. 25 cents each.
4a>The valuable set of these first three Bauhinias
| sent postpaid for 75 cents.
B. Galpini. Introduction of 1894 from India. 50.
cents each.
B, Hookeri. A new and rare sort. Australia.
| $1 each.
BEAUMONTIA grandifiora. India. Astrong-grow-
ing climber, with large leaves. Said to have
beautiful, large white flowers, approaching the
oleander. 40 cents each.
| BISCHOFIA Javanica. Mountains ofJava. A tree
60 feet in height. Wood hard and red. 50
cents each.
BIGNONIA. Thetwo genera, Bignonia and Tecoma,
include many splendid plants, most of them
climbers. (For other species, see Tecoma.)
B. argyreo-violascens. This is a new departure
in this elegant class of plants. The leaves are
a beautiful violet color, veined with silver. It
is a strong climber, attaching itself to a wall
with peculiar, claw-like tendrils, which will
cling to the smoothest surface. The purple
flowers are freely produced on drooping pani-
cles. In this Bigonia we certainly have an
acquisition. 30 cents each.
B. capreolata. Our beautiful hardy evergreen
Southern species. One of the best climbers to
be had. Flowers orange-red, in February,
and very handsome, as are the dark green,
glossy leaves. 15 cents each.
B. suaveolens (B. vocliflora, B. gratissima, B.
Bauhinia purpurea.
AZALEA, continued.
they form large specimens and bear annually,
quantities of lovely flowers. Many varieties in |
single and double blooms, and in colors from
pure white to crimson. Fine plants, 12 to 15 |
inches high, with flower buds, 75. cents each, |
$7 per doz.; 8 to to inches high, with buds,
50 cents each, $5 per doz.
BAUHINIA. Mountain Exsony. ‘‘Named by |
Plumier in memory of the two famous botanists
of the sixteenth century, John and Casper
Bauhin, brothers ; the leaves being simple, but
two-lobed, which circumstance, it is said, gave
occasion to Plumier to name this genus from
the two brothers.’’—Doz.+ This is an extensive
Tecoma suaveolens).
B, acuminata,
B. alba. A taller grower than Acuminatia, bloom- |
B, purpurea.
genus of tropical plants, creepers, shrubs and
trees, widely diffused throughout the tropics,
and especially abundant in South America and
India. Family Legz¢minose, which, however,
at a glanee wouldnot beapparent. Flowers of
allspecies are handsome. Kingsley, while at
Port of Spain, Trinidad, speaks of ** The Bau-
hinias, like tall and ancient white thorns, which
shade the road’’—but most of the species are
creepers or shrubs. Though not perfectly har-
dy, so far as our late extraordinary arctic
waves are concerned, still many of the species
are destined to become great favorites in South
Florida gardens and lawns, as they are of rapid
growth, perfectly adapted to our sandy soil,
and sprout up readily from the ground. Some
species are admirably adapted for greenhouse
culture.
India.
tory of all, either for open ground or greenhouse
culture, as it will bloom the first summer, when
but a few months old and but a foot or two high,
and in succeeding summers blooms continu-
ously from May to September. Whether they
could be forced so as to bloom in winter we do
not know. Flower single, pure white, from 2
to 3 inches in diameter. Leaves of the richest
and most delicate green, curiously two-lobed,
closing at night. 25 cents each.
ing in late winter andearlyspring. Pure white,
exquisite flowers, 3 inches across.
tively hardy here.
ornamental, even when notin bloom, 4octs.
From East Indies.
the finest flowering small tree (or shrub) in our
grounds. Visitors throughout the whole winter
and spring rave over the exquisite orchid-like
flowers, so dainty and yetsorichincolor. Flow-
ers are borne in the greatest profusion, 3 to 5
One of the most satisfac-. |
Compara-
Very quick-growing and |
Without doubt |
B. Thunbergiana,
chelonotdes, Bengal.
A tree with dark, dull, crimson-colored flowers,
exquisitely fragrant. 75 cents each.
Anelegant sort, which climbs
on wood or stone, producing in spring large,
golden-yellow flowers in profusion, 25 cts.each.
Bougainvillea glabra.
Canna flaccida.
BOUGAINVILLEA glabra. This splendid tropical
climber has few equals in beauty. Weremem-
ber well a low rambling cottage in the outskirts
of Havana, whose roof and sides and veranda
presented almost a sheet of richest color, the
glowing purple of the bracts of Bougainvillea,
with a background of its own rich green fo-
liage. The bracts are very persistent and very
freely produced. A good plant for South
Florida. Bank up the stem a short distance in
early winter. 50 cents each.
B. splendens. Bracts approaching pink in color,
and freely produced. Very choice. 50 cts. ea.
BROWNEA coccinea. A most magnificent shrub,
from Venezuela, having handsome compound
leaves (evergreen), and bearing a profusion
of richest scarlet flowers in large heads. The
plant is closely allied tothe famed and rare
Ambherstia, and is the most brilliant sight im-
aginable when in full bloom in spring. Large
plants, $1 each.
BRUNFELSIA Americana, WestIndies. A beau-
tiful shrub 4 to 6 feet high. Flowers yellow,
then turning white; very fragrant. 35c. each.
B. uniflora sp.(Fvanciscea uniflora, F. Hopeana).
Province of Rio Janeiro, Brazil. Corolla with
whitish tube and bluish violet or purple limb.
35 cents each.
BRYOPHYLLUM ecalycinum. An odd and rapid-
growing succulent. Flowers green, in form of
bladders. One of thosestrange plants that are
propagated from leaves. Extremely curious.
The leaves are frequently pinned on a wall.
and the growths noticed as they sprout out
from the notches onthem. to cents each.
BUPHANE toxicaria. A plant nearly allied to
Brunsvigia, bearing red flowers. Sometimes
called Poison Bulb in Africa. Noted for its
precocious habit of having I00 to 200 flowers on
anumbel. $2 each.
BUXUS sempervirens. Dwarr Box. A _ small-
leaved evergreen of slow growth, adapted for
low hedges. Is hardy all over the Southern
and many of the Northern states, and is well
known. 20 cents each, $2 per dozen.
MISCELLANEOUS DEPARTMENT.
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CHSALPINIA regia (Poinciana regia).
FLAMBOYANTE, or ROYAL POINCIANA. Mada-
gascar. One of the most beautiful trees we
have everseen. Of extremely rapid growth;
inimense decompound leaves, of a very dark
rich green; gives a striking tropical effect. In
groups of tropical plants almost as effective as
apalm. 25 cents each.
C. puleherrima (Poinciana pulcherrima). The
BARBADOES FLOWER FENCE. ‘‘Beyond it,
again, blaze great orange and yellow flowers,
with long stamens, and pistil curving up out of
them. They belong to a twining, scrambling
bush, with finely pinnated mimosa leaves.
That is the ‘Flower Fence’ so often heard of in
past years.’’—Kingsley. Flowers of this spe-
cies, delicate orange and red. Should be more
grown in the greenhouse at the North, as it
flowers freely when a foot or two in height. It
is a native of East Indies and Tropical Africa,
whence it was early introduced to South Amer-
ica and the West Indies. It has also been
called “‘Spanish Carnation,’’ ‘‘Wild Senna,”’’
“Barbadoes Pride,’’ and its French name is
““Pounciade,”’ or ‘Fleur de Paradis,’’ A mag-
nificent window plant, combining the beauty
of mimosa leaves with gorgeous flowers:
blooms continually upon the new growths. 15
cents each, $1.50 per dozen.
C. pulcherrima flava. Flower clear yellow. Plant
exactly similar to preceding. 20 cents each.
CALADIUM bulbosum. FaNncy-FoLiaAGED CALA-
DIUM. Splendid ornamental foliage plants,
dying down throughthe winter months. Leaves
marked with the brightest colors, and some-
times with pure white, almost transparent.
No other ornamental plant affords so much
richness and delicacy of coloring. Prefers a
moist, shady location. Several sorts mixed.
20 cents each, 3 for 50 cents.
CALATHEA crotalifera. RATTLESNAKE PLANT.
An elegant new species of this maranta-like
plant, received by us with an invoice of un-
named Gautemalan plants. The magnificent
broad leaves on long curved stems form splen-
did specimens which attain a height of six or
more feet. Flowers yellow. 75 cents each.
CALODENDRON capense, CapE CHESTNUT. South
Africa. One of the handsomest trees of the
Cape of Good Hope. Deciduous; beautiful
flesh-colored flowers, in terminal panicles. 75c.
CALPURNEA sylvatica. A vellow-flowered shrub
from South Africa. Very handsome. 50 cts. ea.
C, lasiogyne. 40 cents each.
CALYCANTHUS floridus. SWEET-SCENTED
SHRUB. Well-known and hardy throughout
most of the United States. Flowers rich, vel-
vety brown, double and deliciously fragrant ;
remainsin bloom fora longtime. Flowers al-
ways popular for button-hole bouquets, rival-
ing the tuberose in that respect. 25 cents each,
$2.50 per dozen.
CAMELLIA Japonica. Camellias do well in Florida
after once becoming established. They prefer
a soil rather moist, but not wet; also a clayey
subsoil; but we have very good success grow-
ing them only in sand. The Camellias of Tal-
lahassee and North Florida are immense,
which shows their adaptability to our state.
Fine plants in manyvarieties. 5o0c. and $1 ea.
CANNA. These splendid, broad-leaved plants are
used in semi-tropical gardening with rich effect.
In South Florida the roots can be left in the
sround the year through, and if the tops are
frosted downin winter, in spring the new shoots
will soon be out as large as ever. Care must
be taken to remove the old or flowering stems,
as soon as their beautv is past, to allow new
and better growths to come forward. By this
The
48 REASONER BROS
., GNECO, FLORIDA.
CANNA, continued.
means your beds will be healthy, and always
have a succession of flowers.
C. flaccida.
deserves cultivation universally as a bedding
plant. Of dwarf habit, but producing quanti-
ties of large, iris-like flowers 3 inches in di-
ameter, of a rich golden-yellow. When once
fairly introduced we predict for this plant a
great popularity, as it will prove invaluable as
a foreground in groups and beds of tall-growing
Cannas, caladiums, etc.; is grown with the
greatest ease, and content with anysoil. 10
cents each, 80 cents per dozen.
C. Indica. Beautiful red and yellow-flowered
varieties, with both green and bronze red foli-
age: Robusta, Ehemanni, Ornamente de Grand
Ronde, Angus Fourier, Marechal Vaillante, etc.
15 cents each, $1 per dozen.
CATALPA speciosa. The CaTArLpa. A largetree,
having handsome, pointed, cordate leaves of
good size, furnishing a deep shade, and sweet-
scented white or cream colored flowers. First-
class lumber tree. Planted extensively in the
West for furnishing railroad ties, which last
well. Very quick grower, and at home in the
South. Deciduous; fine tree. Io cts., 15 cts.
and 25 cts. each; 75 cts. to $2 per dozen.
CELASTRUS nutans. Province of Mysore. A large,
climbing and twining, woody creeper. Flowers
borne in profusion, in large, open bunches;
star-shaped, about an inch across, on a long
stem. Pure white in the morning when first
open, changing to pink, and finally to richest
shades of scarlet toward the close of day. Of
quizk growth and remarkable beauty; rare.
25 cents each.
CELTIS occidentalis. The HACKBERRY TREE. One
of the most valuable, durable, easily grown
deciduous trees, suitable for lawn or street
planting, that we have. Perfectlyhardy. Fine,
stocky trees, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per dozen.
C. Kraussiana. South African species. Rare.
40 cents each.
CESTRUM diurnum. The ‘‘ Day JESSAMINE.’’ A
handsome, quick-growing evergreen shrub, of
a tropical nature (succeeds perfectly in South
Florida), producing quantities of scented white
flowers, valuable for cut - flower work, and
somewhat resembling candytuft. A good pot-
plant. 25 cents each.
C. nocturnum. Jamaica, Chili, Mexico. The
famous NIGHT-BLOOMING JESSAMINE. The
flowers are produced in great profusion ; very
fragrant at night ; said to be the most valuable
of all perfume plants. 25 cents each.
CISSUS discolor. A beautiful variegated tropical
climber of exceeding elegance. Leaves are
cordate-oblong, pointed ; upper surface bright
velvety green, spotted with white; under side
of a deep reddish purple. 35 cents each.
CLERODENDRON. A genus of widely different
plants, embracing climbers, herbaceous plants,
shrubs andtrees. All desirable.
C. Balfouri (C. Thompsoni). Aclimber of great
beauty. The flowers, which are of a bright
scarlet, are encased by a bag-like calyx of pure
white; the panicles of the flowers are upwards
of 6 inches in width. Free-blooming. Sprouts
from the root readily when top is frosted back.
Excellent window vine. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz.
C. fragrans. This half-shrubby plant is much
neglected, and should be more grown by all, in
the greenhouse North and inthe open ground
in Florida, for its large clusters of double, pure
white and exquisitely-scented flowers. Leaves
and stalk ill-scented. 20 cents each.
C. Siphonanthus (Siphonanthus Indicus). TURK’S
TURBAN. A good shrub for the lawn, produc:
Native of the Floridaswamps, but |
| CLERODENDRON, continued.
| ing immeuse terminal racemes of flowers, not
| showy, but followed by very showy red and
purple berries, which remain on a long time.
25 cents each.
C. viscosissima. Anextr2mely desirablespecies.
A tree with very showy flowers; hardy as far
north as North Florida. 25 cents each.
COLOCASIA Himalayensis. An immense quick-
growing, large-leaved plant, closely related to
alocasia and caladium. Remarkably effective
for su:nmer decorative use in lawn or garden.
Leaves much darker and of a more pleasing
green than C. antiguorum (see Economic De-
partment). Strong plants, 25 and 50 cts. each.
CORDIA Sebestena. The SEBESTEN PLUM of the
West Indies. GEIGER-TREE of the Lower
Keys. A large bush, or small tree, with
orange-scarlet flowers. Tropical. 4octs. each.
C., Species from Cuba. More dwarf than the pre-
ceding species. Flowers white or flesh-colored ;
large andshowy. Leaves dark green, rich and
glossy. $1 each. °
COSTUS speciosa. ‘‘ Up we pushed along the nar-
row path, past curious, spiral flags (Cos/us) just
throwing out their heads of delicate white or
purple flowers.’’—Kingsley. Native of Cen-
4o cents.
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| tral America and. Lower Antilles.
| CROSSANDRA undulefolia. East India. A beau-
tiful evergreen greenhouse shrub; very free
flowering. Flowers large, in terminal four-
cornered spikes; rich orange red. 25 cts. ea.
_CRINUM. These magnificent flowering bulbs are
‘ig closely related to amaryllis and pancratium. .
Evergreen, of easy culture; in Florida in the
open ground, at the North in the greenhouse.
Many of the choice sorts rarely produce new
bulbs, and consequently are very high priced.
| ©, amabile. Sumatra. Very rare species, with
very fragrant, flowers borne in immense clus-
| ters—‘‘20 to 30 in an umbel, tinged red;’’ tube
red, and about 3 or 4 inches long. A few strong
plants. $1 each.
| ©, Americanum. A most beautiful plant, pro-
ducing umbels of large, white, lily-like flowers,
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often 6 or 8tothespike. A native of the Florida
swanips, but, like most of the Crinums, not
particular as to soil or situation. 20 cents each,
$1 per dozen.
C. cappedum, A magnificent hybrid between the
huge C. pedunculatum (St. John’s Lily), anda
fine type of C. Capense. It has the stately
habit and almost the size of the larger parent,
while the flowers are broad-petaled, widely
open, and very numerous, of a crisp whiteness,
sometimes assuming a rosy tint before they
fade. We have the ezttre stock, which has
never been offered before. Large bulbs, $2.50
each ; smaller, $2 each.
C. capense. A beautiful sort from Cape of Good
Hope. Flowers waxy pink and white, and
borne in profusion, $1 each.
C. fimbriatulum, Nassau, or MILK AND WINE
Lity. A strong grower, not particular as to
soil. Flowers in umbels, very large andshowy,
striped white and carmine, 3 to 4 inches in di-
ameter. Exceedingly choice and desirable.
20 cents each, $1.50 per dozen.
C. hybridum Todorae. An Italian hybrid, resem-
bling C. cappedum, but not so large, either in
flower or plant. $1.25 each.
C. Kirkii. Previously catalogued as sf.2. The
flowers are large, pure white, with a reddish
purple stripe on the outside of each petal, which,
showing through, gives the flower a pink tinge
on the inside; some to to 15 of these large
flowers are produced at the top of a tall purple
spike, and there are frequently two or more
spikes of bloom from the bulb during the sea-
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Crinum Kirkti.
CRINUM, continued.
son. In addition the foliage is very handsome,
the numerous wavy-edged leaves forming a per-
fect rosette. Flowering bulbs, 35 cents each;
large and heavy, 50 cents to $1 each.
C. Kunthianum, Vigorous grower and abundant
bloomer, from New Grenada. Flowers lighter
MISCELLANEOUS: D
- DRACHENA.,. DRAGON TREE.
than C. scabrum, andthe whole planttallerand |
larger. Very fine, 75 cents each.
C. Moorei, South African species, with clear pink
flowers. Very fragrant; as with all sorts here
offered, it differs from them in an unusual color.
Rare. $2each.
C.pedunculatum, Sr. JOHN’s Lity. Asplendid
species from South Africa, blooming during the
holidays, on which account alone it would prove
valuable. Flowers white, very large. Bulbs
become very large, and mature plants havea
height of 3to6feet. $1 each.
C, scabrum. Tropical Africa.
in an umbel, of a dull white, tinged with rosy
red. Leaves light green, spreading, with wavy
edges. Very choice species. 50 cts. to $1 each.
C. Virginicum. A choice hybrid, originated in
England: flowers very large and widely opened,
white and rosy pink. Oneof the best. $1 each.
CROTON. These splendid plants are natives of the
South Sea Islands, but are now universally
grown in warm countries in the open ground,
and in all Europe and the United States as a
choice hothouse plant. They ordinarily sur-
vive our South Florida winters, but need pro-
tection on frosty nights. They make splendid
pot-plants for the piazza or window garden.
Leaves are brilliantly variegated in every color
of the rainbow, and present a fine appearance.
A grand bedding plant, standing the hofles/
sunshine, which adds greater brilliancy to their
colors. We have about 40 distinct sorts, all of
which, if planted out in the spring, will make
good specimens by autumn, when they can be
lifted and potted for the house. 15 cents each,
$1.50 per dozen for strong plants in 3-inch pots.
Large specimens, 25 cts. each, $2 per ‘dozen ;
35 cts., 50 cts. and $1 each.
CURCULIGO recurvata, Bengal. A palm-like plant,
much resembling a young cocoanut palm.
Much used in decorative work by florists, and
valuable for vases or jardiniéres. Fine plants,
25 cents and 50 cents each.
Five to Io flowers |
DAIS cotinifolia.
DAUBENTONIA punicea.
DOMBEYA Natalensis.
EHRETIA serrata.
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CRYTOLEPIS Buchanani (Ci Wightiana, C. retic-
ulatum, Nerium reticulaitum). Fast Indies.
A twining shrub with yellow flowers resembling
those of an Echites. 50 cents each.
A small-leaved flowering shrub
from South Africa. Perhaps hardy here. 25c. ea.
A tall shrub, or small
tree, from South America, and also parts of
Texas; with pinnate leaves, resembling an
acacia. Grows fast, and quickly makes a well-
shaped plant, bearing ¢housands of rich red
pea-shaped flowers in racemes, somewhat after
the habit of wistaria. The crimson is flame-
colored and tinged with yellow. 20cents each,
DEUTZIA. Deutzias are well known spring-flower-
ing, hardy shrubs, favorites with every one
and succeed in Florida. We have a few of the
best sorts; viz., Crenata, Double Pink, Double
White, Fortunei and Pride of Rochester. Vary-
ing in all shades of white and pink. 25 cents
each, $2 per dozen. (Assorted, if desired.)
A shrub from South Africa.
Large white and pink flowers. Strong grower.
75 cents each.
A large genus of
ornamental-leaved plants, now extensively
grown for decorative purposes. The richly
colored leaves give a splendid tropical effect.
Potted specimens could be sunk on the lawn or
in the flower garden, and only removed to the
house during afew frosty nights of December
and January; or, planted inthe open ground,
they would rarely need protection in South
Florida. Very easily moved and transplanted.
D. amabilis. Leaves glossy green, marked with
pink and yellowish white. 35 cents each.
D. Braziliensis. Wide, thin green leaves, giving
a rich, tropical effect. Very beautiful plants.
25 cents each, $2 per dozen.
D. Draco. THE DRAGON’S-BLOOD TREE of the
Canary Islands. Celebrated for the great age
which it attains. A choice vase or window
plant. Quite hardy and vigorous. 5o0cts. each.
D. ferrea. Foliage broad, of a uniform clear, dark
crimson. A very distinct and striking plant,
25 cents each.
D, fragrans(A/etvis). Africa. Flowers fragrant;
foliage rich green. A striking plant, and one
that reaches a large size. Two plants in our
possession reached a height of 9 feet in four
years. 4ocents each.
D. Gladstonei. Thin, broad leaves, rich bronze-
red. 35 cents each.
D. Hookeriana.. Newly imported (1894) from South
Africa. Habit like fragrans. Very choice, rare
species. 50 cents each.
D. terminalis rosea. Foliage green, marked with
pink, white andcarmine. A magnificent foliage
plant, easily grown and extremely beautiful.
Fine plants, 25 to 50 cents each.
D. Youngi. Strong grower, Jeaves dark green,
marked with deep red and flushed with rose,
changing to bronze. 35 cents each.
DURANTA Plumierii. GOLDEN DEW-DRopPp. South
America. Delicate lilac flowers, borne in ra-
cemes, followed by yellow berries. Often used
as anornamentalhedge-plant in the East Indies.
Flowers of bothspecies resemble forget-me-not,
only larger; and the yellow berries are held on
the bush for months, giving a neat and hand-
some appearance. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.
D. Ellissii. Lighter blue flowers than above, but
otherwise similar. 15 cents each, $1.50 per doz.
HELIOTROPE TREE. Quite
hardy in this latitude. Reaches fair size. Bho-
tan, Nepaul, Bengal and other parts of India.
Flowers odorous, with a honey-like smell.
Drupes red, the size of a pea ; said to be edible.
25 cents to $1 each.
50 REASONER BROS.,
EUTADA polystachys. A handsome, pinnate-leaved
woody climber, bearing white flowers in dense
spikes. A new plant of quick growth from
West Indies. 30cents each.
ERANTHEMUM nervosum (Dedalacanthus ner-
vosus, Eranthemum pulchelium). A beautiful
winter and spring-blooming plant, producing a
profusion of deep blue flowers. Well adapted
for open-air culture in South Florida. 15c. each.
EUCHARIS Amazonica. AMAZON Lily. Flowers
pure white, star-shaped, 4 inches across, and
very fragrant. Requires plenty of moisture.
A very choice plant. 50 cents each. -
EUVONYMUS Japonicus. CHINESE Box, or SPINDLE
TREE. Ahardy, dwarf evergreen, very suit-
able for hedges. Single specimens are good
lawn shrubs. 25 cents each, $2.50 per dozen.
E. Japonicus argenteus. Silvery variegated form.
A very choice hardy shrub. 25 cents each,
$2.50 per dozen.
E. radicans, From Japan. A vigorous creeping
and climbing species, with green foliage, which
is a beautiful reddish bronze in winter. Val-
uable for rapid covering, etc. 25 cents each.
EXOCHORDA grandiflora. A hardy shrub from
North China, producing large white flowers.
Now much planted in cemeteries. A fine plant
allied to Sfirxea, which should be in every col-
lection. 20 cents each, $2 per dozen.
FICUS aurea. Our beautiful native RUBBER TREE.
(See Tropical Fruits.) 35 cents each.
F, australis. New South Wales. A handsome
species. 50cents each.
F. elastica. The true RUBBER TREE.
Economic Department. )
PB. macrophylla. Moreton Bay Fic. Queens-
land. Said to be one of the grandest of Aus-
tralian avenuetrees. Probably hardy in South
Florida. 75 cents each.
GALPHIMIA nitida. Mexico. Aprettylittleshrub>
hardy here, reaching a height of 4 to 6 feet, and
constantly covered with rich yellow flowers in
spikes. ‘‘A goodthing.’’ 20 cents each,
GARDENIA florida (G. /Jasminoides, Jasminum
Capense). CAPE JESSAMINE. (/asmine del
Cabo.) A well-known and popular plant, pro-
ducing its large, fragrant white flowers from
May to September. A native of China, instead
of the Cape of Good Hope, as the name implies.
Hardy throughout the lower South. Makesa
very beautiful ornamental hedge. Hardy as
far north as Virginia. A grand evergreen pot-
plant, easily grown, and very popular. Fine
plants, Io cents each, 80 cents per dozen ;
larger, 15 and 25 cents each, $1 and $2 per dozen,
$5 and $8 per Ioo.
G. lucida. Native of India and the Island of Luzon.
A shrub or tree with shining leaves and large,
pure white, fragrant flowers, five-parted. 50
cents each.
GELSEMIUM sempervirens.
JESSAMINE.
(See
CAROLINA YELLOW
Not cultivated to the extent it
deserves. Will grow on any land, rich or poor,
wet or dry. Quick-growing, and for several
weeks in the spring literally covered with its
lovely, fragrant yellow flowers. One of the
very best of our hardy climbers. 15 cents each,
$1.50 per dozen.
GLEDITSCHIA ferox. (G. orientalis.)
country unknown. A hardy tree, 30 to 50 feet
high, thickly beset with strong, branching
thorns; closely related to our ‘‘ honey locust.’’
Fine pot-plants, 30 cents each.
GOLDFUSSIA anisophylla. India. Produces a pro
fusion of light blue flowers in early spring. In
the open ground in South Florida it growstoa
large bush,and is unequalled among our spring-
flowering plants. A fine pot-plant. 15. each.
Native
ONECO, FLORIDA.
GORDONIA lasianthus. LosLoLiy Bay. A native
tree that should be more cultivated. A hand-
some evergreen shrub or tree, with lovely
snow-white flowers, 3 inches in diameter, pro-
duced all summer. Will bloom when very
small. Hardy as far north as Virginia, perhaps
farther. 15 and 25 cents each.
GRUMELIA capensis, An unknown plant from
Natal. Looks interesting. 50 cents each.
GREVILLEA robusta, AUSTRALIAN ‘‘SILK-OAK.”’
A splendid, ferny-leaved tree, growing 120 feet
in height. Evergreen, and especially adapted
as a shade tree for Florida. Thousands are
being annually planted. Also used by florists
in decorating apartments, etc.; a magnificent
pot-plant. Nice, strong, pot-grown plants,
Io cents each, 90 cents per dozen; Jarger at
15 cents each, $1.50 per dozen.
HABROTHAMNUS coccineus. A very choice orna-
mental, shrubby plant, related to Cestrum
(which see). The rich, dark pink flowers are
pendulous and borne in profusion, and are fol-
lowed by purplish red berries (not edible).
Very handsome. A fine pot-plant. 25 cts. each.
HAMELIA patens. West Indies; South Florida,
along the coast. We have faith that this beau-
tiful and almost unknown plant will become a
favorite in greenhouse culture, where it de-
serves a prominent place. The leaves have a
purplish hue at some seasons of the year, and
the flowers are of a bright orange-red color.
In Florida it must surely become a favorite for
open-air planting, as it is here rarely killed
‘down by frost, and when it is, sprouts up
readily from the root, and blooms the following
summer. It is in bloom for many months, and
we have no doubt could be forced at any sea-
son. With age, it becomes a woody shrub 5
to 12 feet in height. 25 cents each.
H. spherocarpa, Flowers orange-yellow, and
quite distinct from H. pfatens. 30 cents each.
HEDYCHIUM coronarium. GINGER LILy, BUTTER-
FLY LILy. This magnificent plant flourishes
best on a low, moist land, where it will forma
dense clump, 3 to 4 feet high. The mass of fra-
grant pure white flowers, looking almost like
large, white butterflies, are borne in large clus-
ters, terminal on everystalk. If kept in the
house in a growing state, it blooms contin-
uously. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per dozen.
H, Gardnerianum. GARLAND FLOWER, of India.
Flowers light yellow. 25 cents each.
HEDERA helix. The true ENGLISH or KENIL-
WORTH Ivy. A valuable and well-known
evergreen climber; hardy as far North as Phil-
adelphia. In Florida it prefers the north side
of a house or wall. Our stock is propagated
from Ivy growing on Sfir/ing Castle, where it
was planted by Mary, Oueen of Scots. 35c ea.
HELICONIA Bihai, W11p PLANTAIN; ‘‘BAL-
ISIER.’’ These magnificent plants are native
of tropical America, where they rival even the
bananas in beauty and magnificence of foliage.
The plantain-like leaves are followed by great
scarlet and black blossom-sheaths, of the rich-
est tints and colors. 50 cents each.
HEMEROCALLIS Kwanso, Day Lizy. A popular
hardy plant, with lily-like flowers in bloom all
through the summer. Orange-yellow. I5c. ea.
H. Kwanso fl. pl. Flowers double. 50 cents.
HIBISCUS, A genus of most desirable ornamental
flowering plants of easy culture. The flowers
are of various colors, both single and double,
and usually 3 to 6inches across.
H. abelmoschus, Large single canary-yellow
flowers, blooming allsummer. Height of plant
3 to 4 feet. The flowers must be gathered or
seed will set so freely that the blooms will be
small and few. 20 cents each.
ILEX Dahoon.
HIBISCUS, continued.
H. grandiflorus. Swamps of Southern states.
Flower 4 to6inches in diameter, pale rose or
white. In favorasalawn plant. 25 cents.
H. Rosa-Sinensis. SHOE-BLACK PLANT; CHINESE
Hipiscus. These showy and well - known
plants are among the most valuable lawn
or garden plants for Florida. They stand but
little frost, but are of such quick growth from a |
well-established root that even the occasional |
loss of the tops is not aserious matter. Bank
up for a few inches in the fall. In the course
of a few favorable seasons some will reach a
height of 10 feet, blooming profusely all the |
time. Single sorts are better growers and
bloomers than the double ones.
Single Scarlet, Double Scarlet, Single Pink,
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Double Pink, Double Salmon-Yellow, and versi-
color. Fine pot-plants, 15 cents each ; larger,
25 cents each.
HOYA carnosa, WaAx-PLANT. A well-known green-
house climber, with waxy leaves and flowers.
25 cents each.
HOMOCELTIS Japonica, A fine deciduous, hardy
shade tree, of good form. New. 50 cents each.
HYDRANGEA. GarDEN HyDRANGEAS. Splendid
plants for outdoor culture in Florida; hardy
here. Flowers changeable.
ceruled. Flowers bluish rose. 20cents each.
Hortensis. Pink. Hydrangeas like plenty of
moisture and shade, or partial shade is of
benefit. 30 cents each.
Thomas Hogg. Flowers large, pure white; val-
uable for cemetery decoration as a pot-plant,
or in open ground here. 25 cents each.
Red-Branched. New sort, with reddish pink flow-
ers. 30 cents each.
DAHOON HOLLy of the Southern
states. One of our most valuable broad-leaved
evergreens. Leaves richest glossy green; tree
covered with bright red shining berries in fall
or winter. Small. 15 cents each.
I, opaca. Common AMERICAN HOLLY. Wood
very valuable, white, and much used in scroll
work, etc. In beauty of leaves and berries
little or none inferior to the famous English
Holly. The beautiful scarlet berries remain
on all winter, and the branches are much used
in Christmas decorations. 25 cents each.
IRIS hexagona. BLUE FLAG (Flower-de-Luce). A
hardy Southern variety of the greatest possible
beauty. The loveliest flower of the whole
South. Rich purple and blue, with yellow
markings. 3 to 4 inches across, resembling the
costliest orchid flower. Blooms in spring.
10 cents each, $1 per dozen.
I, Kempferi. JAPANESE IRIS. The finest flow-
ered of all Iris, in many shades of color, and
flowers often a foot wide. Strong plants,
25 cents each, $2 per dozen.
IXORA coccinea (7. erandifiora). FLAME-OF-THE-
Woops. East Indies, China and Ceylon. A
shrub, 3 to 4 feet in height, with elegant co-
rymbs of scarlet flowers. 20c. each, $2 per doz.
I. parviflora. Introduction of 1894, from India.
Cannot state whether the flowers are scarlet,
pink or white in color. Small plants, 25 cts. ea.
I. rhusifolia. Sumach-leaved; very good. 30
cents each.
JACARANDA mimosefolia, One of the grandest
foliage plants imaginable. Alike valuable
for florists’ decorations, conservatory. bedding
in the North during summer, or planted out as
a single lawn specimen here in Florida, where
if frost cuts it back it rapidly recovers its
beauty. Leaves large end very finely cut (de-
compound), like a fern, and spreading nicely
from the stalk, making a grand’show. Flowers
blue, in racemes. 15 cents and 30 cents each.
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West Indies, Bahamas,
South Florida. ‘‘A low tree, with leaves some-
what like box, but obovate;and racemes of little
white flowers of a delicious honey scent. It
ought to be, if it be not yet, introduced into
England as a charming addition to the winter
hothouse.’’ 50 cents each.
JASMINUM. JESSAMINE. Jessamines are favor-
ites everywhere on account of their combined
beauty and fragrance. They are among the
best of perfumery plants, many hundreds of
acres being devoted to their culture in Italy
and Southern France. Fortheso-called ‘‘Cape
Jessamine,’’ see Gardenia.
J. gracillimum (Jasminum gracillimum) is one
of the most distinct in its graceful habit and in
the abundance of its large, sweet-scented flow-
ers, which are also more copiously produced.
It appears to be a small species, with long very
slender branches, springing from low down on
the stem and curving over on all sides, weighed
down by terminal globose panicles. ‘‘A flow-
ering shoot is produced from every joint, which
terminates in a dense cluster of pure white,
fragrant flowers.’’—Sau/z. Stands consider-
able frost, and makes a bush 5 or 6 feet high.
Will climb or scramble to a height of to feet, if
given support. Fine plants. 25 cents each,
$2.50 per doz. Smaller, 15 cents each, or $1.50
per dozen.
J. humile, ITALIAN YELLOW JESSAMINE. Native
of Madeira. A yellow-flowered species. 25c.
J. multifiorum. East Indies. White-flowered: a
fine plant. Resembles 7. gracillimum closely,
but has blunter petals. Very free-blooming.
Boththis and 7.¢vacillimum areideal cemetery
plants, standing water, drouth, cold and all
manner of drawbacks, 25c. each, $2.50 per doz.
3. revolutum, North Hindustanand Nepaul. A
yellow-flowered hardy shrub, not twining. 25
cents each.
J. sambac. ARABIAN JESSAMINE. Flowers single,
white, deliciously fragrant ; shrubby or climb-
ing. Very fine sort for pot-culture. Very
free-blooming. 15 cents and 25 cents each.
J. Sambac flore pleno. Flowers double. 25c. each.
J. Sambac, Grand Duke of Tuscany. A shrubby
’ variety, with very large white flowers, very
double. Among the most fragrant ofall in this
genus of sweetscents. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz
52 REASONER BROS.
JUSTICIA coccinea. South America. A quick-
growing, tender greenhouse plant, producing
clusters of beautiful scarlet tiowers; leaves |
green. Continually in bloom. Can be grown |
outdoors successfully in Florida. A grand
bedder, always in bloom. tocts. each, 90 cts.
per doz.
J.carnea. Tufts of pink flowers on a rather
dwarf piant. New. 25cents each.
J. variegata. A variegated-leaved form. We
introduced last April from Jamaica three dis-
tinct and very elegant foliage Justicias. They
stand the /w// sunshine,and are grand bedders.
Orderin spring or summer.
J.v. rubra. Wine-colored. Foliage rich red,
slightly mottled with darkershades. 25c. each.
J. v. albo-maculata. White, green and cream.
Very rich and distinct. 25 cents each.
J. Vv. aureo maculata, Green and yellow. Beau-
tifully blotched. 25 cents. The set of 3 varie-
gated varieties, one of each, for 60 cents.
KEMPFERIA Gilberti. Leaves like the cardamon,
but more or less variegated with white. The
flowers are borne on ornamental crimson heads,
rising from the ground in separate stalks, and |
resembling in outline small pineapple fruits.
These heads retain their beauty all summer.
25 cents each.
KRAUSSIA lanceolata, A shrub from Natal, be-
longing to the cinchona family.
some. 50 cents each.
K. coriacea. Nice’small plants. 15 cents each.
KYDIA calycina. EastIndies. Named in memory
of Col. Robt. Kyd, who began the botanical
garden at Calcutta. A tree 25 feet in height.
Flowers white. 25 cents each.
LAGERSTREMIA Indica. China, Cochin China
and Japan. CRAPE MYRTLE. Too much can-
not be said in favor of the delicate-flowered
Lagerstrcemias; universal favorites in the
South, and deservedly so. Deciduous shrubs,
hardy in the Southern states, and producing
throughout the summer great clusters of deli-
cately fringed flowers. In Florida and the
South the Crape Myrtle takes the place of the
lilac, so common at the North. Makes the
most charming flowering hedge known. A
choice plant for growing in pots or tubs, and
in universal favor. A success with everyone.
Pink. The favorite old variety. In spring and
summer plants of this variety are a mass of
billowy flowers. 15 cents each, $1 per dozen ;
large trees, 25 cents each, $2 per dozen.
Purple. A grand sort, producing immense quan-
tities of blooms of a rich purple color. 15 cents
each, $t per dozen; large trees, 25 cents each,
$2 per dozen.
Red. A very darkshaded variety ; in our opinion
the very best of all. A gorgeous plant. 15
cents each, $1 per dozen ; large trees, 25 cents
each, $2 per dozen.
White. This is quite scarce, and very lovely.
25 cents each.
&=-A set of 3 plants, Pink, Purple and Red, for
35 cents.
L. Regine (L. Flos regine, Adambea giabra).
East Indies, Java. A magnificent tree, 20 feet
high, bearing large flowers 2 to 3 inches in
diameter, which are of a beautiful rose-color in
the morning, and turn deeper through the day,
until they become purple in the evening.
Tropical, but succeeds in Southern Florida
outdoors. 25 cents each.
LASIANDRA Benthamiena (Pleroma). In Middle
and South Florida these fine plants form high
bushes in the open air, and are in every way
invaluable among flowering plants, producing
freely gorgeous blooms 2 to 3 inches in diam-
eter, of arich royal purple color. 40 cts. each.
Very hand- |
ONECO, FLORIDA.
LAPEYROUSIA cruenta.
the Cape, related to Iris, bearing rich blood-
red flowers, on terminal elongated spikes. 30
cents each.
LEBIDIEROPSIS orbicularis. Unknown plant from
Northern India. Coming from a botanical gar-
den, it must have some value. 30 cents each.
LEMONIA spectabilis. A very handsome ever-
green, tropical, broad-leaved tree from Jamaica,
related to Calophyllum. Rare. 5o0cents each.
| LIGUIDAMBAR styracifiua. SWEET GUM. A stately
tree, with star-shaped leaves, which change to
a deep crimson in the fall. It has also corky
bark. Oneof our best hardy native southern
trees; suitable for lawn or avenue. Deciduous.
25 cents and 4o cents each.
| LETTSOMIA, sp. Indica. A gorgeous,pink-flowered
vine, of rank habit; related to the morning-
glories. A perennial plant, but never spreads
from the roots. One of the finest of our recent
introductions. Very fine. Blooms freely pro-
duced. 3inchesacross. 20cents each.
| LONICERA. Honeysuckle. Favorites in culti-
vation everywhere; perhaps for general cul-
ture, under al! sorts of circumstances, can be
recommended more highly than any other class
of hardy climbers. Everblooming.
L, brachypoda. Japan. Hardy vine with white
flowers, turning to yellow, and very sweet-
scented. 15 cents each, $1 per dozen.
L. Halleana. HALt’s JAPAN HONEYSUCKLE.
Very strong growing. Everblooming ; flowers
white, changing to yellow ; very fragrant. One
of the very best in cultivation. 15 cents each,
$1 per dozen.
L. sempervirens. CORAL HONEYSUCKLE. Flow-
ers bright scarlet, very pretty; handsomenative
climber. 15 cents each, $1 per dozen.
MAGNOLIA fuscata. The BANANA SHRUB. Dwarf-
growing variety, covered with a profusion of
small flowers in April and May, of most ex-
quisite fragrance, similar to that of a ripe
banana. 50 cents each.
M. glauca. WHITE Bay. A beautiful native,
broad-leaved evergreen, with glossy green
leaves, silvery white on the under side, and
fragrant, creamy white flowers. 50 cents each.
M. grandiflora. The most magnificent ofall our
Southern broad-leaved evergreens. Blooms
when quite small. 35 and 50 cents each.
MELIA. PRIDE OF INDIA.
M. Azedarach var. umbraculiformis. UMBRELLA
CHINA TREE. A more shapely form of the old
Indian species, widely advertised under the
name of Texas Umbrella Tree, etc. Oneof
our very best hardy deciduous trees; leaves
very rich green, and hanging on later than the
old China Tree. Shade dense; form of tree
an almost perfect umbrella. Fine young stock,
25 cents each, $2.50 per dozen.
M. sempervirens. INDIAN LILAC. Evergreen
China Tree. Hardy, quick-growing shade
tree. Flowers like J. Azedarach. 20 cents
each, $2 per dozen. Extra largeand fine (6 to
g feet), 50 cents each, $4 per dozen.
M. semperflorens. An everblooming dwarf tree
of exceeding beauty. Very rare and choice.
Magnificent pot-plant, blooming continually.
Does not grow over 5 or 6 feet high outdoors.
An evergreen; hardy here. 50 cents each.
MEYENIA erecta (T7hunbergia erecia). Africa.
A most valuable plant for the open ground in
South Florida, or as a pot-plant, producing
through the summer beautiful, gloxinia-like
flowers of the brightest blue color. I5 cts. each.
MOREA iridioides. Natal. Aniris-like plant, suc-
ceeding here perfectly. With beautiful white
flowers, touched with yellow and purple. Ex-
ceedingly elegant, and easily grown. 35c. each.
A bulbous plant from ~
Se ee eee eel
MISCELLANEOUS DEPARTMENT. 53
MURRAYA exotica (Chalcas Japonensis, C. pani- | PANAX, continued.
culata). A rare Indian plant of the Citrus
tribe. Sometimes called ORANGE JESSAMINE.
Leaves are compound, dark, glossy green.
Flowers resemble the orange, and are scented
like the tuberose. Rather tender, but easily
protected if outdoors, Fine pot-plant, and very
ornamental, blooming when small. 25 cts. ea.
MYRSINE Floridiana. A tender native broad-
leaved evergreen, with beautiful, glossy green
foliage. Of much value asa decorative plant.
25 cents each.
MYRTUS communis. CoMMON MyrTLe. Southern |
Europe. An elegant evergreen, with sweet-
scented flowers. Hardy in Florida. Among
the ancients it was a great favorite, and sacred
to Venus. A good ornamental hedge plant.
15 cents each, $1.50 per dozen, $10 per Ioo.
NERIUM. OLEANDER. The possibilities of the
Oleander for Florida, in an ornamental sense,
are very great. Hedges can be grown rivalling
in beauty the famous Oleander hedges of the
Bermudas. Lawns and yards can be made to
‘“blossom as the rose’’ by the use of the
Oleander, planted singly or in clumps. Per-
fectly hardy when full grown, rivalling the rose
in fragrance, and of almost any desired color ;
succeeding on any quality of land, there is no
class of shrubs that surpass it for general and
extensive planting. Also, one of the best and
most widely knownof house plants in the North,
where it is grown to a large size in pots and
tubs. A favorite everywhere.
N. album. Single white. 15 cents each.
Nyeisese plenum. Double white. 25 cts. each.
N. atropurpureum. Single purplish scarlet.
25 cents each.
N, atropurpureum plenum.
scarlet. 25 cents each.
N. carneum. Single flesh color, with pink lines
inthethroat. Very free-blooming. 15 cts. ea.
N.— Henry Mares. Doublerose-pink. 25 cts.
N. — Jeanne d’Are. Finest single white. 25c. ea.
N. Madoni grandiflorum. Semi-double white.
35 cents each.
N,— Marcel. Triple corolla.
white. 25 cents each.
N. — M, Leon Brun. Double corolla.
and carmine. 25 cents each.
N.roseum. Single pink. Very soft color. 25 cts.
N. roseum splendens. Double pink. The old-
fashioned fragrant sort. 20 cents each.
N. —Savort. Double, deep lilac-carmine. 25 cts.
N, splendens variegata.
white and cream-yellow.
choice. 35 cents each.
Our collection is one of the finest in the
United States, and embraces the grandest
new and well-known sorts. For hedging,
write us for price in quantity.
NYSSA uniflora. The TUPELO, or Gum TREE of
ourswamps. Valuable for avenue planting in
moist places. 25 cents each.
ONCOBA Krussiana. A handsome evergreen shrub
from Natal. The ornamental seeds are used
for charms, etc. 50 cents each.
OXYANTHUS Natalensis. A highly ornamental
shrub, related to Gardenia, bearing large, ele-
gant flowers inracemes. Leaves are pointed
elliptic, and evergreen.
tropical Africa. 25 cents each.
PANAX. This genus of extremely ornamental
tropical foliage piants is only slightly removed
from Aralia. Some of the species are valuable
economic plants—like Ginseng, etc.
P.excelsum, Very finely cut, ferny leaves (de-
compound), somewhat like Aralia filicifolia’s,
margined with white. 25 cents each.
P. plumatum. Plumy foliage, somewhat after the
style of preceding, but gveex only. 25 cts. ea.
Rose, striped
Lilac-rose
Pink flowers. Very
Double purplish |
Leaves variegated with |
Just introduced from,
P, Victoria. Resembles Aralia Guilfoylei, ex-
cept in color, which is green, marked beauti-
fully with yellow. Very choice. 25 cts. each.
PANCRATIUM (Aymenocaillis). Among the hand-
somest flowering bulbs of the Amaryllis family,
and all too little appreciated, though they are
beginning to be grown more than they were, as
people find out their beauties. Widely adver-
tised the past three years. They are suitable
for pot-growing, and should be in every con-
servatory. All delightfully scented.
P. Oaribbeum. SprpER LILY, SPANISH LILy.
West Indies, extreme South Florida. A bulb
of easiest culture, producing large clusters of
fragrant flowers, a few plants giving a suc-
cession of bloom allsummer. Color pure white.
Introduced by us for the first time to the plant
growers of America and Europe. A truly
magnificent flowering plant, with wide, ever-
green leaves. 15 and 25 cents each, $1.50 and
$2 per dozen.
P, coronarium. “Rocky islets of the Congaree
river,’’ North Florida. A rare and beautiful
species. 50 cents each.
P, fragrans. A good grower ; narrow leaves and
large flowers of finest vanilla fragrance. Rare
and new. $1 each.
P. littorale. This form was recently discovered
and sent to Berlin by one of the German mili-
tary expeditions ‘‘in darkest Africa,’’ and is
superior, both in vigor and size of flower, to the
South American type of P. lit/orale, which re-
sembles P. Caribbeum. Large flowers,and very
showy grower; choice. $1 each.
P. rotatum. Florida. Plant smaller than P.
Caribbeum , spike bearing I or 2 large white
fragrant flowers. 15 cts. each, $1 per dozen.
PANDANUS utilis. ScREW PINE. East Indies.
A very popular tropical plant for centers of
vases, or grown as asinglespecimen. In South
Florida can be grown ordinarily in the open
ground. Called ‘‘Screw Pine,’’ from the ar-
rangement of the leaves upon the stem ; leaves
also striped red and green on the sharply ser-
rate edges. 30cents to $1 each.
P, odoratissimus. An elegant species, with rich,
dark green leaves, so glossy that they appear
like polished wax. As its specific name de-
notes, this variety is exceedingly odorous—
rather a rare attribute of any like plant. 75
cents to $2.50 each.
P. odoratissimus variegata. A very beautiful
variegated form of the preceding, the leaves
being striped with white; very ornamental and
desirable. $1 to $5 each. |
P. Veitchii. Leaves beautifully striped white
and green. Verythorny. $1 to $5 each.
PEDDIEA Africana. Natal. $1 each.
PERSEA Carolinensis. RED BAy, BULL Bay. A
handsome native broad-leaved evergreen.
Wood very valuable for cabinet work, etc. 15
cents each.
PHILADELPHUS coronarius. SyRINGA, Mock
ORANGE. Well-known hardy shrub, producing
a profusion of fragrant white flowers in spring.
Favorites with ‘‘sweet girl graduates.”” <A
desirable shrub, even for Florida, where it is
asuccess. Three varieties. 25 cents each.
PHRYNIUM variegatum. A maranta-like plant of
great beauty, growing near 2 feet high. Leaves
are variegated with white to a great extent.
Plant is of easy growth. 25 cents each.
PITTOSPORUM. Japanese or Indian broad-leaved
hardy evergreen shrubs of great beauty.
P, tobira. Japan. Well-known in the Southern
states as a handsome hardy, broad-leaved
evergreen shrub. Flowers white and cream
color,in March. 25 cents each.
54 REASONER BROS., ONECO, FLORIDA.
A Hedge of Roses.
PITHECOLOBIUM Saman. The famous RAIN-TREE
or GUANO, indigenous from Mexico to Brazil
and Peru. Tropical. 30 cents each.
PLATANUS orientalis. Oriental PLANE TREE. A
very fine, large-leaved, hardy tree, suitable for
lawn or street plants. Free from worms and
insects ; at home on all soils. 75 cents each.
PLUMBAGO. LEapwort.
P. capensis. A most valuable old plant; can be
kept in bush form or trained as a climber.
Flowers light sky-blue, produced continually.
Stands drouth and water and the brightest
sunshine. Should be cut back now and then
to produce more young shoots, on which the
flowers are borne. Practically hardy in South
Florida. 25 cents each.
P. capensis alba. Pure white form of above. 30
cents each.
P. rosea, Carmine flowers in spikes. A dwarf
plant with large broad leaves. 30 cents each.
PLUMIERA. The famous FRANGIPANI of the West
Indies. ‘‘ Then we admired the Frangipani,
a tall and almost leafless shrub, with thick,
fleshy shoots, bearing in this species, white
flowers, which have the fragrance peculiar to
certain white blossoms—to the jessamine, the
tuberose, the orange, the gardenia, the night-
blooming cereus.’”’— Kingsley.
P.alba. West Indies; South America. Several
varieties. Flowers white, exquisitely scented.
30 cents each.
P. rubra. WestIndies; SouthAmerica. One of
the grandest flowering shrubs in existence.
Rich, rose-colored flowers, somewhat like
double oleanders ; sweetly-scented. 6o0cts. ea.
POINCIANA. See Czsalpinia.
POINSETTIA. See Euphorbia.
POTHOS aurea. A magnificent climbing aroid
plant, with heart-shaped leaves, mottled green
and creamy yellow. 25 cents each.
PRUNUS Caroliniana. CAROLINA LAUREL CHERRY.
One of the handsomest broad-leaved ever-
greens of the lower South. Leaves very dark
and green and glossy; flowers white and fra-
grant. Agrandornamental hedge plant, hardy
throughout the South, and of easy growth in
any soil. A largestock of pot-grown plants en-
ables us to offer it very low. Io cents each, So
cents per dozen, $5 per Io0.
RANDIA Fitzalani. Queensland. $1 each.
EB. floribunda (Posoqueria floribunda). Coast of
Coromandel. ‘‘A large, stiff-branched shrub,
RANDIA, continued.
in a good soil grow-
ing to a small tree.
Flowers middle-
sized, white at first,
but soon becoming
yellow and fra-
grant.’’—Don. This
plant will prove an
acquisition to South
Florida, as it grows
well. 50cents each.
A. Ruisiana. New sort
from Brazil. Leaves
rich, dark ever-
green. Flowers
white, or pale yel-
low. 15 cents each.
RHAPHIOLEPIS ovata.
China. Beautiful
hardy evergreen
shrub, with white
or pink flowers.
Hardy at least as
far northas Putnam
county. Oneofthe
most desirable of
hardy shrubs. We offer fine pot-grown plants.
25 cents each, $2.50 per dozen.
RHYNCHOSPERMUM jasminoides. ( 7rachelosper-
mum). STAR JESSAMINE. China. Oneof our
most valuable evergreen climbers; hardy
throughout the state. Flowers small, white,
very fragrant, and produced in great profusion.
20 cents each, $2 per dozen.
R, jasminoides variegata, Beautiful variegation.
White, green. and tinged with red. 30 cts. ea.
RAVENALA Madagascariensis (Urania speciosa).
The TRAVELER’S TREE. This noble plant when
full grown is from 20 to 30 feet high, with a
palm-like trunk, crested with two-ranked
(distichous) banana-like leaves. These leaves
are admirably adapted for collecting and
holding a quantity of water in the hollowed
sheathing base of the petioles, which gushes out
when pierced from below. It is said to be
always pure and sweet, and from this circum-
stance it has been named the Traveler’s Tree.
A group of these trees is shown in the Frontis-
piece. $1 each, $10 per dozen.
RHUS cotinus. SMOKE TREE, or MISTSHRUB. One
of the Sumachs ; but in this variety the leaves
are roundish ovate and handsome. A good
hardy shrub. Leaves turn very rich colors in
autumn. 25 cents each.
RICHARDIA Africana (Calla £Zthiopica). The
@aLLA LILY, OR LILY OF THE NILE. We grow
this good old Cape plant in the open ground
the year round, in a low, mucky place, even in
the water, and havea profusion of flowers from
January to July. Good plants, 15 cents each,
$1 per dozen.
ROSA Indica. Including TEA, PERPETUAL, NoI-
SETTE ROSES, etc. Wehavehad good success
-with Roses on the poorest pine land, by using
the following plan: Dig aholesomewhat larger
than the intended bed of Roses, and 2 feet deep;
fill to within 6 inches of the surface with half-
rotted sods procured from some old field or in
the woods. The sods and grass should be
tramped down thoroughly ; the upper 6 inches
should be ordinary soil, with well-rotted ma-
nure mixed in thoroughly. Clay also added
throughout the depth of the bed, is a decided
help in all light, sandy soils. The best time to
transplant Roses is in the fall and winter
months. Don’t try to save the tops of your
Roses when you transplant. Cut them back
well; even to only 3 or 4 buds and leaves is
best, and in a few weeks you will have strong,
MISCELLANEOUS DEPARTMENT.
‘ROSA, continued.
young, healthy shoots full of blossom buds.
Prune your Roses every October, cutting back
everything but a few strong, healthy young
shoots, and you will be favored with buds and
blossoms all winter. The best buds and flowers |
are from the new, young, vigorous canes,
Bone-meal is an excellent fertilizer for Roses.
Give small doses, worked into the top soil
lightly. Potash also is a decided help in pro-
ducing more and better colored blooms. Ap-
ply sparingly on top of soil.
Agrippina.
for bedding or growing in pots. Rich crimson,
continually in flower. Best of Bengal class.
15 cents each, $1.50 per dozen.
Archduke Charles. Bengal. Rosycrimson. 20c.
Aline Sisley. Tea. Strong grower and good
bloomer. Pale yellow and pink. Fine buds. 2oc.
Bella. Tea. Largeand pure white. 2o0cents.
Bride. Pure white Tea. Long-pointed buds. 2o0c.
Bridesmaid. Rich pink Tea. Sport from Cathe-
rine Mermet. Darkerincolor. 25 cents.
Catherine Mermet. Tea. Flesh pink, large,
full and of grand form; a leading forcing va- |
riety. 20 cents and 25 cents each.
Cloth of Gold, or Chromatella. Noisette. Deep
yellow with sulphuredges. Large, full. 20 cts.
each. Budded plants, 35 cts. each.
Clothilde Soupert. Polyantha Hybrid. Blooms
in profusion. Glowing pink center, shaded to
white. Very double; cupped and sweet. -An
ideal bedder. 20cents and 25 cents.
Comtesse de Labarthe (Duchesse de Brabant).
Tea. Pink, shaded carmine. Large and fine.
20 cents and 25 cents.
Coquette des Alps. Hybrid Perpetual.
pure white. Fine. 25cents.
Crested Moss. Monthly; free; deep pink, with
mossy fringe. 20 cents to 25 cents.
Crimson Rambler. The new widely-advertised
climbing Polyantha, Flowers of fair size,
borne in immense masses; rich crimson in
Choice,
color. Budded plants, 35 cents each.
Devoniensis. Tea. Creamy white. Very large
and sweet. Called ‘‘ Magnolia Rose.’ 20 cts.
and 25 cts.
Francisca Kruger. Tea. Chamois color, bright-
ened with yellow and rose. 2octs. and 25 cts.
General Jacqueminot. Hybrid Remontant. Bril-
liant dark crimson. Largeand very distinct. 25c
James Sprunt. Bengal. Climber. Rich cherry
red. 2o0cents.
La France. Hybrid Tea. Silver rose. 20 cts.
Budded plants, 35 cents.
Lamarque. Climbing Noisette. White, sulphur
center. 20 cts.
Madame Lambard. Tea.
ing toward the center.
Madame Lawrence. Polyantha. Deep rose.
Small. Very floriferous; fine bedder. 20 cts.
Mad. Joseph Schwartz. Tea. Free; blush. 20.
Mad. Plantier, Hybrid China. Pure white, full
and flat. 20 cents. i
Marechal Niel. Noisette. Deep yellow; very
large and fine. Choice climber. 20 cents.
Budded plants, 35 cents.
Meteor. New Hybrid Tea. Richest red; free. 25c.
Niphetos. Pure white Tea. 20 cents.
Papa Gontier. Tea. Bright rose. Fine buds.
Budded plants, 35 cents.
Rainbow. Tea. Striped light and dark rosy
pink ; sometimes white stripes. 20 cents.
Reine Marie Henriette. Climbing Tea. Cherry
Rosy salmon, deepen-
Fine. 20 cents.
red. Very fine. Budded plants, 35 cents.
Safrano. Apricot-yellow Tea. Fine buds. 20 cts.
Sunset. Tea. Rich apricot-yellow. Double.
Budded plants, 35 cents.
Ulrich Brunner. Remontant.
Cherry red. A
grand rose. 25 cents.
Moderate grower, especially adapted |
SPHEDAMNOCARPUS pruriens,
| On
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ROSA, continued,
W.A. Richardson.
Climber. 25 cts.
White Daily. Bourbon. Pure white; fine
bloomer; pretty buds. 20 cents.
JS In ordering Roses, be sure to send a list of
second-choice plants, to insure our filling satis-
factorily ; otherwise, we will use our judgment in
substituting, tf short of sorts ordered.
ROSA moschata. Muscat Rose. An extremely
tall-climbing species, native of North Africa
and South Asia, ascending the Indian moun-
tains to 11,000 feet. Said to be constantly in
bloom. The principal species from which the
attar of roses is distilled. Small plants, 20 cts.
ROSA setigera. Variety, Queen of the Prairie. A
magnificent pink and white Rose of the most
delightful odor. A very robust grower and
climber. Flowers in bunches, 15 cents each,
$1.50 per dozen.
Milledgeville. Rank-growing climber of southern
origin. Pink. 20 cents each, $2 per dozen.
Tennessee Belle. Climbing. Flowers in magnifi-
cent trusses of cherry crimson. 20 cents each,
$2 per dozen.
SANCHEZIA nobilis glaucophylla.
NOISETTE. Orange-yellow.
A beautiful
greenhouse shrub from Ecuador. Leaves
glaucous green, with yellow nerves. Flowers
small, enclosed by light red bracts. 5oc. each.
SCHUBERTIA grandiflora, A rapid-growing climber
with flowers closely resembling the famed
stephanotis. Tropical. 40 cents each.
SCHOTTIA brachypetala, An elegant plant from
Natal. $1.
SCHREBERA Swietenoides. The Muccaapy of
india. A tall tree with a certain resemblance’
to mahogany. Leaves pinnate, and white
flowers in panicles. Newly introduced (1894).
40 cents.
SOLANUM jasminoides. PoTatro VINE. South
America. Hardy climbing, always in bloom.
Flowers white and yellow. 25 cents.
5. azureum (7) (S. guercifolium ?). Among the
shrubbery in the plaza in front of the Governor’s
palace, in Havana we found a lovely climbing
Solanum, with bunches of delicate blue flowers,
like wistaria, and bright scarlet berries, as
large as a cherry. Called in Mexico
“Tomatillo.’’? 20 cents.
Handsome plant
from Natal. Unknown. 75 cents.
SPIRZA. All Spirzeas succeed well here.
§. Billardii, Is in bloom almost all summer.
Flowers light pink. 20 cents.
S. Reevesii, White, arranged along branches,
, . like miniature roses. 20 cents.
S. salicifolia. White, resembling S. Billardii.
Blooms allsummer. 25 cents.
S. Thunbergii, Pure white flowers along, the
branches, distinct from S. Reevesiz. 25 cents.
4@-Three Spirzas, our choice, for 50 cents.
STERCULIA alata. New. From India.
8. platanifolia. Japan Varnish Tree.
deciduous shadetree. 25 cents.
STRELITZIA regine. QUEEN PLANT, BIRD or
PARADISE FLOWER. South Africa. Magnifi-
cent plant of the order Scitaminze. Flowers
bright yellow, with blue stigmas. §r.
STROBILANTHES Dyerianus. A new house and
bedding plant that was offered for the first time
last season. It forms a compact bush 18 inches
high, with leaves about 9 inches Jong, of the
‘most intense metallic purple, shading into light
rose witha light green margin. Flowers violet-
blue. 35 cents.
TABERNE MONTANA camassa, West Indies.
Splendid plants, with large fragrant, gardenia-
like flowers; pure white. Tender. 25 cents.
35 cents.
A hardy
REASONER BROS.
TABERNAMONTANA, continued.
T. flavicans. New yellow sort from Brazil. Leaves
narrow. 15 cents.
T. sp., Cashmere. New white variety. 35 cents.,
TALINUM patens variegata (Portulaca paniculata,
P. patens, Rulingia patens, Talinum panicu-
latum). West Indies and South America. A
fine bedding or greenhouse plant, with succulent
variegated leaves, green, whiteand pink. 15c.
TECOMA (2ignonia) capensis,
Flowers bright red;
nearly hardy here.
T, jasminoides. From Australia.
pink center. 30 cents.
T. MacKenii rosea. A remarkably handsome
South African climber. It bears magnificent
racemes, I to 2 feet in length, of large, showy,
trumpet-shaped flowers, rosy lilac, the yellow-
ish throat streaked with crimson. 50 cents.
T. leucoxylon. New. Tropical.
50 cents.
THEVETIA neriifolia (Cerbera thevetia).
A choice climber.
continually: in bloom;
30 cents.
called sometimes YELLOW OLEANDER. West
Indies and South America. Flowers pale yel-
low. The Thevetia is a rare, quick-growing
shrub, alwaysin bloom. The seeds are often
worn as charms by sailors and negroes of the
West Indies, by whom they are known as
“lucky seeds.’’ It bears several degrees of
frost unharmed, and should be widely culti-
vated in South Florida as a lawn plant. 20
cents each, $2 per dozen.
THUNBERGIA fragrans, East India. A quick-
growing climber (perennial), with beautiful,
fragrant, pure white flowers. 20 cents.
T, grandiflora (7. Harrisi). A newly intro-
duced rapid-growing climber, with large
White, with
Erect grower. |
Locally |
known as TRUMPET FLOWER, and wrongly
, ONECO, FLORIDA.
|
THUNBERGIA, continued.
pointed leaves, and a succession of elegant
sky-blue flowers 3 inches wide. A grand
novelty from India. 20 cents.
TRADESCANTIA discolor. Upright-growing, green
on upper, purple on under side of leaves. A
choice vase plant. 25 cts. and 50 cts. each.
T. Zebrina. WANDERING JEW. A creeping spe-
cies, with variegated leaves, purple and green.
Io cents.
| TULBAGHIA acutiloba. Tuberous-rooted plant
from the Cape, with onion-scented ieaves.
Very interesting when in flower. 25 cents.
| VIBURNUM villosum. SNowBALL. This species
is new and rare, and we cannot speak definitely
of it. 25 cents.
VEPRIS lanceolata. Thorny shrub from South
Africa, with handsome flowers. 40 cents.
WISTARIA frutescens. THE AMERICAN WISTARIA.
Succeeds well in Florida. Fiowers fine blue,
in long racemes. I year, I5 cents each, $1.50
per dozen.
W. Sinensis. The ‘‘ Fuji’’ of Japan and China.
‘* Fortune tells us of a tree of great age, which
measured, at 3 feet from the ground, 7 feet in
circumference.”’— Von Mueller. 25 cts. each.
| WEIGELA. Hardy deciduous shrub, well known
in Northern gardens. Tubular or bell-shaped
pink, scented flowers in great masses. Three
sorts. 25 cents each.
XYLIA dolabriformis, An Indian tree, with bipin-
nate leaves, and axillary racemes of flowers;
belongstothe Leguminosz. Newly introduced
(1894). 40 cents each.
LOSMA longifolia.
Australia.
|
|
|
| XY A small tropical tree from
75 cents each.
ZA COLLECTION of five Hardy Trees for lawn or avenue will be sent postpaid for $1; ten Hardy
Flowering Shrubs for $1.50; ten Fine Foliage Plants for $1; or ten Assorted Vines for $1.
Easily-Grown Plants
FOR THE NORTHERN HOME DURING WINTER.
These plants will afford a pleasing variation from the every-day plants seen in Northern greenhouses,
and are just as easy to grow as more common ones.
Consult Index to find descriptions, prices, etc.
Any plant we list can be grown in the house, if proper attention is given!
Abrus. Cestrum. Ferns, all sorts. Nerium. Rosa, all sorts.
Acalypha, Citrus, all sorts. Ficus. Orchids, in variety. Sanseviera.
Agave. Clerodendron. Gardenia. Palms. Selaginella.
Allamanda. Coccoloba. Gelsemium. Pancratium. Solanum.
Aloe. Crinum, all sorts. Grevillea. Panicum. Talinum.
Ananassa. Croton. Hedera. Papyrus. Tamarindus.
Aristolochia. Curculigo. Hedychium. Pedilanthus. Thevetia.
Bambusa. Cycas. Heliconia. Plumbago. Tillandsia.
Billbergia. Cyperus. Hibiscus. Pothos. Tradescantia.
Bryophyllum. Dasylirion. Hoya. Psidium. Triphasia.
Cacti, in variety. Draczna. Hydrangea. Ravenala. Yucca.
Ceesalpina. Epidendrum. Jasminum. Rhynchospermum. Zamia.
Camellia. Eryobotrya. Justicia. Richardia. Ete.;- ete:
Canna. Euphorbia. Musa, all bananas.
INDEX.
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ADYUS ht) sens: 44|Adam's Needle . . . 43/Alligator Pear 7) Anacardium . «#0 S3/AQUATICS S25. #1222), 23
Aeaciah: +h) 22 tA -44vAdansonia cc te. SAmOnd: ". . | .cimc me TVANANASSA i, fee ae 39M2| Aralia i c8e: 5 tier 14, 45
Acaly plats iisis. 44|Adiantum ...... SGlNGE th... sacl ee 2|Andropogon.. .I9/Araucaria .. . Ce
Achaniage jah 48 AA| Adele! sone pia ht sks 3| Alocasia .44,Anhalonium .. . . . 33}Arbor-vitees 2
INCH Tas) hapa eee 3/Agave = 2). mite 14,42/Alpinia .... . 45|Annato Plant . SasvArdista, & “witwe s* 45
Acokanthera ... .44/Agapanthus..... AAVAASOphila . s,s eas 36|Anogeissus ..... 45|Areca ... wieb
ACOTHS Ge we ees pes AEN CE tore ete . 4)Amaryllis SAS WATIONA ra \s; os pale diS sae 3)Arenga ...... .26
Aterocomial. 5 79.0. 26| Albizzia . -. .44/Amazon Lily SEOVA Nth Olga » fi... ous ASVATISUGB: cor coh pelie se 45
Acrostichum .. . .36/Allamanda .....
44;Amomum
. ee 14/Antigonon ... . .45{Aristolochia
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‘Arrow Rooters <0,7 17 \COCOS on x aos. Ay 27) Hematoxylou. ssa Miusa. oe Se se 6pRichardias 4 ie) 54
Artrobotrys. ....45/Coelogyne ..... 9|Hamelia .., PIGGEMYTICA-. 9 2) ss. 17/ ROSA... 54;55
Arundinara®):\-% =. vo Cotlea a3 5c TG\ Haworthia. ..215) oe 43|Myriophyllum =. 23hRose-Apples. ol. aA
Arundots2ii es) coe 49}Cottee Plant. :.... .16|Hedera . 6: 50|Myrsine. .... . ...53|Royal Palm. . . .°, 29
Asparagus Seems | GOMMEIS . s..u 7-24, 25)kcedychium .! oh. 0 so|Myrtus TIS eS a RAUUS gory. 3 a 13
Aspidistra in ses © ODE ARIAS tale «ts. AS|ELeliCOnia 1. Ga 50|Naseberry ...... 3|Rubber Tree » 50
Aspidium . . . . . .30|Cordia .... . . .48|Hemerocallis . ea) Nectarines ~... 2. T2|\ Sabali ere eco ae ae 31
Aspleniitm +7. ° . . 4.30|Gorypha: isa... . 27) ibiscus’.. 3g 5,50|Nephrolepis. ... . 37|Sacred Lotus . 23
Atlantic Cedar ... .24/Costus . 2. 2... 48| Hickoria a eeproiNelumbium:. 5. 23|Sago-Palm .. 27
Attaleao 22.) 2 26|Crab’s-Eye Vine . aatHolly 2. 2 28 BE NehiaIn: soos |. s “5elsaneheziang. 30. S55 55
AMC bare ee ie 45|Crape Myrtle... .52)Homoceltis..... stiNight Blooming |Sanseviera ..... 18
Australian Pine. . . 24/Crescentia . . .16|Honeysuckle . . . . 52] Cereus Se ape eal OA PINGM Seay cas wk come 18
Australian. ““Srlk=2\ Crinum: 30.0. ke es: ASA OMe soo ae siiNymphea ..... sa mapadillan seni 3
Oak ee, 5G| Crossandra. 21% 2 4Sihiydtangea. -. oe. SPIN VISSTis act essa Gy 53|\Saw Palmetto. . . . 31
AVOCADOSREAR sire eee 7 (PL OUOM ie seta aoe He 49|Hyophorbe ..... ag Olea jG aseis: . 11;/Schomburghia 4I
Azaleas 4 ae 45|Crytolepis ..... 49|)Hypheene..... anjOleander Fi 8 o6 S3(Schottia: se 7. k se 55
RACEEISHG bes: hese is DAME OTMEEIA yee are eA LEX, <6) 5 se ee Olive Pree -.).0 .-. 11 Schrebera 2.5.3: 55
Bambusa. sie oc aes Oo Gupania. rae 4\India Rubber Tree. 17/Oncidium ..¢a0lschubertia. 6. 2 55
BADANA hs aoe ee So | CUPTESSUS... So's ap te DEWYO A tense 62 aes 5|Oncoba . wi 65 3/ SCLOW Pine? Gi Sat 53
BananaShrub .. .52/Curculigo. ..... 49|{ntroductory rOnychium=.>°. >... 27 Seatorenias san eee 31
Bapitia es ve scse ts TSG YCAS is reat anaes DIT Sitarnee se. «. a SSP OpuUMtia ast somes: 35(Sed: Grape “xc oi 6 >. 4
- Bauhinia . .. .46|Cyperus ark COMSONANG HA: aio, loge 17|ORCHIDS ef o.0 +: 39-42|Selagineila . . 38
Beaumontia, = <> .46| Cypress. asso. . CoAT <0 Ce A ea ete BU ORE COUOM A. Gar oe oy 20 ICT CULO AM erreurs 5 a7
Beribar cers 2) asain 4|\Cypripedium ... . .39\Jacaranda...... 51j/Oriental Plums . . .11jSisal Hemp. .... 14
Bermuda Cedar . . 25|Dais é 40 Jacquiliia. <. 5.3 SEPOsmunda::..=.- 6 37|/Smoke or Mist Tree 69
Bipnonia. 4) 45 fone 46|Dalbergia ..... 16|Jamaica Apple . ... 3/Otaheite Gooseberry 4/Solanum ...... 55
Billbergia. . . . . .42|/Dasylirion . . 42\Jamaica Sorrel... 5/Oxyanthus 253 SOME SOD et on eeer, A
Hischiiar vss es ae si 46|Date Palms . . . 30\/Japanese Cedar 24|Paliurus 17|Spanish Lime. . . . 6
Biscay ee ae oes en 5 Ate PINMI L. . 3y o|Japan Cypress . 25|PaLMs and CACADS . 26|Svhedamnocarpus . 55
Blechntnts.2 acts. 36|Daubentonia .. . .4o/Japai Medlar. . g|Palmetto . AChE tS) Oster: eget SUR ment ery
Blue-Flag. . Sea DAVallia ear soso 36|fapan Persimmon. . 9}/Pampas Grass 20\Stanigeria . & 2.0. 32
Bougainvillea .°. .47|Day Lily ..... 5so|Jasminum . 51|/Panax ee 53|Stanhopea ..... 4
Bow-String Hemp .18)/Dendrobium . . . 39/Jatropha see arz|ibancrativun.. 53\Star-Apple=.°-- 4) | 4
BraziiGherry: sc. oo 4 Weubziar. 0. ee 4q\Jessamine ...17,48,50|Pandanus..... 53|St. Augustine Grass 20
Bromeliay te 7504 sats 42|Dewberry, Southern 13|Jessamine, Star. . .54|/Panicum .. . . .20/Stenotaphrum. . 20, 21
Broughtonia de, 30|\Bieksonia. ee sae Bal SteIa ioc ee 52|Paper Mulberry . .15/Sterculia..... 55
Browneals foes. 42 os 47|Dictyosperma 28|Keempferia . . . . .52|Papyrus 22|Strawberry Pear 4
Brotissonetia. 2" v5} Dombeya 2. 2s si 49|Kenilworth Ivy. . 50|ParaGrass .... .20/Strelitzia ..... 55
Bruntelsiae terns AZ OOM Y sale ee ee 28 Kentias <..)s 29s 29|Paritium ... .17|Strobilanthes . . 55
Bryophyllum - 2 47|\Diospyros “9... 4: CON 00) at eae 17|Parrot’s Feather . .23/Strychnia or Nux
Bupvane .. . . . 47|/Doryopteris . . » 37|Kraussia ho 52 Passilora’ cn. se. GES VW ONNCAK= 9. eae. LS
Butterfly Orchid . 39,41/Draceena .... 40|Kumaquat-.) .20.oa: Si Peachithe aes et Sr Strychnosac., 05: 18
Busca ped sod Durantawe crs 49|Kydia. ...... .52|Peach Palm. . . . 5,29/Sugar-Apple 3
CACTI Se Boer cee SS SFL CHINORACTUS ounce ances 2 se 4o| Pease “hones epee iinam Cherry Io
Ceesalpinia . . .15,47|Echinocereus. . . . 34|/Lagerstreemia .. .52/Pecan Nut ..... to/Sweet Flag. . 22.
Calabash Tree . . .16|Echinopsis .... .34|/Lapeyrousia ASa hedged: oc 53/\Sweet Gum. .... 52
Caladiumenn e287: ARE SSB rait sas ee Bieasiandras<; kooky, 52|Pedilanthus. . . . . 43/Sweet Orange 8
Calatheaey eae: AT EXWPCEIAY siees ieee so . Ao|eastrea). 6. Sein a7 | Pepper iGacWie a 18/Swietenia. .... 18
Calta laailvevsorcist care 54|BHichhornia ..... eal Watantiag,, 2) ike oe Zg\Pereskia gece 2° 25 | Sakina ae aioe es sae, B
Calodendron . . . .47|Elephant Apple. . . 2|/Leadwert...... WIP erseai, Wye Sars 5 7, 53|Tabernzemontana. .55
Calophyllum .1s}/Encephalartos .. .28|Lebidieropsis. . . .52\Philadelphus ... .53)Talinum ...... 56
Calpurneas one. S64 47|Epidendrum .. . 39/Lemon vue none Palms“... san tamarind <2, <r: 7
Calycanthus ...47|/Eranthemum ... .50/Lemonia .... . .52|/Phoenix. ... . . 30/Tamarindus 7
Cemellia.. .<. . 15,47, Erianthus . . . 20\Lettsomia . eee hrynium:. Vol. . 53) Lecoma-\..: : 56
Camphor Tree -.°..16|Eriobotrya . ~.. . g|Libocedrus . :,.. .25|Phyllanthus...... 7|/Tellanga....... 5
Candle Cactus . . ,33/Eucalyptus..... wl|Licuala. ...... 29;Phyllocactus . . . .35/Terminalia. . 7, 18
Cannas. eer ee 47\Eucharis . . eS csoplimes.. cas.) Gus see of nyssc- Nut Beit atd bloke: eke eee 23
Cardamom Plant . .14/Eugenia .... .4,10/Limnocharis .. . . 22|/Pigeon Plum 4'Theobroma..... 18
Canissaes iia ice AU ARR eas Stk. 20|Liquidambar . . . . 52|Pincenectitia . Aa bhevetias..2 262s 56
Corojo Palm sintie OME NOMY MAUS? nvse Se cos so|Lissochilus..... 4o|Pineapple. . ... 3| Thorny Bamboo 19
Garyota (62 .(h2.. 4. 27 Biphoubia of. 66 ol bavistona. 6. Sao) Piper: 22% os <i EO) AMT ase, to ate oes 32
Cashew Nut . 3|Eutada . 1... >. . so|Loblolly Bay. .-. .54|Pithecolobium . . 54|Thuja......-- 25
Cassia ...... .15)Exccecaria .... .17|/Logwood Tree . . . 17}Pittosporum . .53|/Thunbergia. . . 56
Casuatinays cae 2 24\Exochorda ,.... 50! Lonicera f par blame Pheer i. facaics Saiitland sid’... AS
Catalpa =. 2.) 2. 48|)Ran-Palm. <2. . 27, 31|Loquat i ge te anys <i o| Platanus = 5.2525: - 54|Tradescantia. . 56
Cat=TaikPlago 3 -)22\Feromacms oo PHU GUN ALS 2 is Meelis s|Plumbago.,... 54|Traveler’s Tree. . . 54
Cattleya ese os SO Micasm. ake 5. toy me ep eycaste::.. a) 6.-> golPlumiera s,s... .°54) Lriphasia.:. .. 72s a
Cedars acu, cnet DANN Geen Are err tee Cee Io|/Lygodium. ..... “|Poinciana. .... 54|Tulbaghia .... .56
Cedrelase eee 15|Flame of the Woods s51|Maba.. .... .. .17}Poinsettia 64) PYpDay i. sats 8c 28
Cedxusrsvs., . .24/Fourcroya ... ..43|Macadamia... . . 10;Polypodium 37\|Umbrella China. . . 52
Celastrus. 48iGalphimia ..... 50|Magnolia. ..... 2|Pomegranate . . . .13|Umbrella Palm .. 29
C EMIS Sis isa ce Dera 48|Gamboge Tree . . .17;/Mahogany, Red and |Pomelo..... . . 8{Umbrella Plant. . .20
Cephalotaxus. . . .24/Garcinia ...... 17s Swamp... ai .17|Pond Apple... 2 .-. ARV Esha) 00 be ie mean ane aes 18, 41
Cerens::.) & 6.00.54, 33i/Gardenia ..¢%: . .50|Mahogany Tree. . .18|Pontederia ... . . 23 Wepris: 2. ise si ace BO
Céstramsn) 38 coe 48\Garuga .... . 5|Maiden-Hair Fern .36;Popinac.. .. 14/Viburnum ,.., 56
Chamerops..... 27\Gasteria . .. .43]Mammee Sapota sjPotato Vine . isl ohana ey nee ap eee 13
Chinese Mulberry 10|Gelsemium Sa Le solMammillatiaye. 0° ./24)POthOSs *.S. ve sn 6 54|Wallichia . .. . .. 32
Chinese Rice-Paper |Ginger Plant . . . .18]Mandarin Orange. . 8/Pritchardia . .31/Water Hyacinth . . 22
EYe@y 8-2... ¥5|Glaziova- <1; 4 solMangifera.. <6 3 a. RUESGUM US ines Ne 5 TI, 54|Water Poppy ... «22
Chinese Tea Plant .15|/Gleditschia. . . . . 50;MangoTree..... s|Psidium .... . 7, 12|Wax.Myrtle - +17
Chocolate Tree. . . 18|Goldfussia ..... FoWMaranta = sc. 0) ae E7EPLELIS: Sth 9 a 8S 37|Wax-Plant SEG
Chrysophyllum . . . a|Gordonia. . .. . .50|Martinezia .~. .29|Ptychosperma . . . 31/Weigela .. » - 56
Gibotinm: 2s sa.) 2 36\Goaganin ere t7|Melia .. 20.0 rik 24 B02 aarce saa oe pe 13|White Cedar .. . . 25
Cicea sits Pee 4\Granadilla ..... 6|Melicocea. Sac seo 6)Pyrus .. . 5. . 12|\White Gum... 7°... 17
Cinnamomum <e LO|GTAPC wesierenni-. a= = Manteyenia = ooh) ~s2|Oueensland Nut . . 10/Wi'd Black Cherry . 12
Cinnamon Tree LOrGrevillea. S.55° tas s0|Microlepia . . 37|Quince ASea . .12/Wine Palm . i
Gsus.... - . 43\Grewia . s|Milletia. . .. GAPURAROIA: nce oaks es 54|Wistaria ....- 56
Cttvon.s, 3" - . 8Grumelia . . so|Mimusops ..... 6|Raphiolepis. ... . 54) Woodwardia . 28
OF FASE RS eh e &, diGuavas; . 20s. 7 to. 1a) Mast. Shrub 33. ek s4jRaspherry ....-. 13|Ximenia ..... +> 7
Clerodendron - - 48, Guilielma - .5,20/Mock Orange... .5ajRavenala. . .54|Xylia. . - 56
Cluster: Big) 0.57 5|Gum Arabic . . . 14, 44|Monkey’s Bread 3iRed Cedar .... .25|Xylosma ..... . 56
Cluster Flowered |Gum Tree ..... EBHVIOKORA ces « alee oe 52)Retinospora ....25|\Yew ....-- tee oe
MEFO YS fac. a's - .24,;Gvmnoeramme . , . 37|Morus site hand sade LOL RDapIS rata de GEMUCGAY ce aire tance os 43
Coccoloha - + - 4/Gynerium ...... 20,|Monntain Ebony . 46|Rhus...... oie §4(Zamia st 04 ss 18, 32
Cocoanut Palm 4,27,Habrothamnnus _.. Sal Martava . . .53:Rhynchospermum . 54|Zingiber 18
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